Amazon’s 2025 FBA Inbound Fee Adjustments Explained for U.S. & EU Sellers
Starting June 12, 2025, Amazon will roll out a major update to its FBA Inbound Shipping Policy.
This new rule applies to all sellers using Amazon Partnered Carriers to send inventory to Fulfillment Centers in the United States, United Kingdom, and European Union.
Under this update, Amazon will begin automatically adjusting inbound shipping fees based on verified package data — including weight, dimensions, and freight class — recorded during transportation.
For sellers shipping from China, this means one thing: accuracy is now non-negotiable.
What’s Changing in the 2025 FBA Inbound Policy
Amazon’s system will now compare your declared shipment data against the actual measurements collected by Partnered Carriers.
Here’s how it works:
| Scenario | Outcome |
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| Declared dimensions are larger than actual | Amazon will refund the difference |
| Declared dimensions are smaller than actual | Amazon will charge the shortfall |
These adjustments are not new fees. Instead, they’re part of Amazon’s push to make freight billing more transparent and performance-based.
All corrections will appear in your Inbound Performance Dashboard inside Seller Central, allowing you to track measurement discrepancies in real time.
According to Amazon’s official announcement, the update is designed to ensure that charges accurately reflect the real shipping cost, making Partnered Carrier services more aligned with market rates.
Why the Policy Matters for U.S. and European Sellers Shipping from China
For international sellers sourcing from China, this change has a ripple effect across your entire FBA supply chain.
Most shipments handled by Chinese suppliers or freight forwarders are declared before pickup — long before they reach an Amazon measurement station.
That means any error made during carton measurement or data declaration in China can now directly result in a fee adjustment in the U.S. or EU.
If you ship 200 cartons from Shenzhen to Amazon ONT8 (California), for example, and your declared carton height is off by 3 cm, you could easily see your final shipping cost increase by 10–20% after remeasurement.
For high-volume sellers, those errors add up fast.
Common Seller Concerns
Many sellers have taken to the Amazon Seller Forums and Reddit communities to share their experiences since testing began in early 2025.
Some reported adjustments that nearly doubled their expected shipping fees, even when using professional scales and measuring tools.
Others raised questions about data discrepancies between their freight forwarder’s numbers and Amazon’s system.
In response, Amazon moderators emphasized that this update is not an additional charge, but rather an accuracy correction — and that sellers remain fully responsible for providing correct dimensions, even when fields are pre-filled automatically by Amazon.
Key Risk Areas You Should Watch
| Risk Area | Common Mistake | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Carton Measurement | Using supplier’s estimated box size | Data mismatch → Fee correction |
| Consolidation Data | Forwarder merges cartons without re-measuring | Incorrect dimensions at shipment level |
| Partnered Carrier Entry | Auto-filled default values not verified | Immediate adjustment on arrival |
| Freight Class Declaration | Skipped or outdated info | Surcharge or delayed processing |
To protect your margins, sellers must establish a clear verification process before shipments leave China — ideally managed by a logistics partner familiar with Amazon’s inbound rules.
How Zbao Logistics (Amazon SPN Provider) Keeps You Compliant
As an Amazon Service Provider Network (SPN) certified China-based freight forwarder, Zbao Logistics helps U.S. and European FBA sellers ensure their shipments remain fully compliant and cost-efficient.
1️⃣ Pre-Shipment Verification
We verify carton size, weight, and SKU mapping before pickup to eliminate data mismatches.
2️⃣ Accurate Documentation
Our team cross-checks packing lists, waybills, and Partnered Carrier entries to ensure all data aligns with Amazon’s measurement logic.
3️⃣ FCL & LCL Consolidation Optimization
Whether you’re shipping a few pallets or a full container, our consolidation process minimizes wasted space and reduces freight cost per unit.
4️⃣ Flexible DDP/DDU Options
When Partnered Carrier adjustments create unpredictable fees, Zbao provides DDP sea or air routes to major Amazon FBA hubs in Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, and beyond — giving you stable, all-inclusive rates.
5️⃣ Dispute Support and Policy Monitoring
Our SPN-certified operations team monitors every inbound update from Amazon and assists sellers in appeal and dispute preparation, backed by verified data logs.
(Learn more about our Amazon FBA Shipping from China services.)
Practical Steps for U.S. & EU Sellers to Stay Accurate
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Ask your Chinese supplier for precise measurement sheets for every SKU and carton.
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Cross-verify all declared data before creating the inbound plan.
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Avoid rounding dimensions — even small differences matter.
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Use standardized templates (Zbao provides free ones for FBA shipments).
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Monitor adjustments weekly via Seller Central’s dashboard.
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Compare Partnered Carrier vs. DDP rates for your top destinations (USA, UK, Germany, France).
(For a full step-by-step guide, see our China to USA Freight Forwarding Guide.)
Why Working with an SPN-Certified Forwarder Matters
In today’s compliance-driven logistics environment, data accuracy isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s a competitive advantage.
Partnering with an SPN-certified forwarder like Zbao means:
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Direct access to Amazon’s official policy updates
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Standardized measurement workflows trusted by hundreds of FBA sellers
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Transparent billing and real-time tracking through our proprietary logistics portal
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Localized support from our China hubs (Shenzhen, Ningbo, Shanghai) and U.S. agents in Los Angeles and New York
We bridge the gap between your supplier’s warehouse in China and Amazon’s fulfillment centers worldwide — ensuring that every data point, carton, and label aligns perfectly.
Conclusion
Amazon’s 2025 inbound update underscores one clear principle:
Accuracy equals savings.
For sellers importing from China, compliance with the new policy is the key to maintaining stable margins and predictable shipping costs.
With Zbao Logistics, you get a trusted SPN-certified partner who understands both Amazon’s inbound standards and China’s export realities — helping you stay compliant, avoid costly adjustments, and keep your FBA business running smoothly.
FAQ
1. When does Amazon’s new inbound policy take effect?
The update begins on June 12, 2025, and applies to all sellers using Amazon Partnered Carriers for FBA inbound shipments.
2. Does it affect shipments outside the U.S.?
Yes. The policy also applies to Partnered Carrier programs in the UK and EU where available.
3. How can I prevent extra charges?
Always measure and record carton data precisely, cross-check your forwarder’s inputs, and partner with an SPN-certified logistics provider.
4. Is this considered a new fee?
No — it’s an automatic adjustment to ensure you’re billed accurately for actual shipment dimensions and weight.
5. Can a freight forwarder manage this process for me?
Absolutely. Forwarders like Zbao Logistics specialize in preparing compliant shipment data and preventing costly remeasurements.
Call to Action
Need help preparing for Amazon’s new inbound policy?
Contact Zbao Logistics today — our SPN-certified team will audit your next FBA shipment from China, verify every carton, and ensure your logistics data stays 100% compliant.
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