Amazon to add 3.5% surcharge on third-party sellers as Iran war drives up fuel prices
ABC News • • business
Key Points:
- Amazon will impose a 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge on third-party sellers using its platform starting April 17 due to rising fuel prices linked to the war in Iran.
- The surcharge applies to sellers using Amazon’s fulfillment services in the U.S. and Canada and will extend to Buy with Prime and Multi-Channel Fulfillment sellers starting May 2.
- Amazon stated it has absorbed increased fuel and logistics costs so far but is now implementing this temporary surcharge, which is lower than those of other major carriers.
- The company emphasized its commitment to supporting sellers and maintaining low prices and broad selection for customers despite the surcharge.
- This move aligns Amazon with other carriers imposing similar surcharges to offset elevated energy costs amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
