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Amazon AWD Fee Increases 2026
Amazon raises AWD fees starting January 15, 2026. West Region storage jumps 19% to $0.57/cu ft. Transportation fees increase 20-22%. Smart Storage and Managed Storage discounts still available.
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Jan 27, 2026 · 5 min read · 928 words
Updated January 27, 2026
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- West Region storage increases 19% to $0.57/cu ft (from $0.48). Transportation base rate jumps 22% to $1.40/cu ft (from $1.15). Amazon-Managed transport increases 21% to $1.26/cu ft. New $0.05/box handling fees apply to inbound and outbound shipments.
- The new AWD rates take effect January 15, 2026. These are non-peak rates; peak season surcharges apply October 15 through January 14 annually.
- Enroll in Smart Storage for 10% off or Managed Storage for 20% off storage fees. Consider shifting inventory from West Region to East or Central locations where storage rates remain unchanged at $0.48/cu ft.
- Smart Storage offers 10% off storage fees with automated inventory management. Managed Storage offers 20% off for sellers meeting higher volume commitments. Both programs have eligibility requirements based on inventory velocity.
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