Amazon referral fees by category
Amazon's referral fee ranges from 8% to 45% depending on category, with most categories at 15%. The lowest are electronics, computers, consoles and full-size appliances at 8%; the highest is Amazon Device Accessories at 45%. Several categories are tiered by price — for example clothing (5%/10%/17%) and jewelry (20% then 5%). A $0.30 per-item minimum referral fee always applies. Snapshot June 2026 - marketplaces change fees; verify on the official fee page before relying on these figures.
Source: Amazon Seller Central referral fee schedule. Data as of June 2026.
Every Amazon category referral fee (lowest to highest)
| Category | Referral fee | Tiered? |
|---|---|---|
| Appliances (Full-Size) | 8% | No |
| Computers | 8% | No |
| Consumer Electronics | 8% | No |
| Grocery & Gourmet Food | 8% under $15, 15% over $15 | Yes |
| Video Game Consoles | 8% | No |
| Tires | 10% | No |
| Automotive & Powersports | 12% | No |
| Base Equipment Power Tools | 12% | No |
| Business, Industrial & Scientific Supplies | 12% | No |
| Baby Products (excluding apparel) | 8% under $10, 15% over $10 | Yes |
| Backpacks, Handbags & Luggage | 15% | No |
| Beauty, Health & Personal Care | 8% under $10, 15% over $10 | Yes |
| Books | 15% | No |
| Collectible Coins | Tiered (15% / 10% / 6% by price band) | Yes |
| Electronics Accessories | 15% up to $100, 8% over $100 | Yes |
| Everything Else | 15% | No |
| Eyewear | 15% | No |
| Footwear | 15% | No |
| Furniture | 15% | No |
| Home & Kitchen | 15% | No |
| Kitchen | 15% | No |
| Lawn & Garden | 15% | No |
| Mattresses | 15% | No |
| Music, Video & DVD | 15% | No |
| Musical Instruments & AV Production | 15% | No |
| Office Products | 15% | No |
| Pet Products | 15% | No |
| Software & Computer/Video Games | 15% | No |
| Sports & Outdoors | 15% | No |
| Tools & Home Improvement | 15% | No |
| Toys & Games | 15% | No |
| Video Games & Gaming Accessories | 15% | No |
| Watches | 16% up to $1,500, 3% above $1,500 | Yes |
| Clothing & Accessories | 5% under $15, 10% $15-$20, 17% over $20 | Yes |
| Fine Art | Tiered (20% down to 5% by price band) | Yes |
| Gift Cards | 20% | No |
| Jewelry | 20% up to $250, 5% above $250 | Yes |
| Amazon Device Accessories | 45% | No |
Source: Amazon Seller Central referral fee schedule. Data as of June 2026.
Browse categories
45%
Appliances (Full-Size)8%
Automotive & Powersports12%
Baby Products (excluding apparel)8% under $10, 15% over $10
Backpacks, Handbags & Luggage15%
Base Equipment Power Tools12%
Beauty, Health & Personal Care8% under $10, 15% over $10
Books15%
Business, Industrial & Scientific Supplies12%
Clothing & Accessories5% under $15, 10% $15-$20, 17% over $20
Collectible CoinsTiered (15% / 10% / 6% by price band)
Computers8%
Consumer Electronics8%
Electronics Accessories15% up to $100, 8% over $100
Everything Else15%
Eyewear15%
Fine ArtTiered (20% down to 5% by price band)
Footwear15%
Furniture15%
Gift Cards20%
Grocery & Gourmet Food8% under $15, 15% over $15
Home & Kitchen15%
Jewelry20% up to $250, 5% above $250
Kitchen15%
Lawn & Garden15%
Mattresses15%
Music, Video & DVD15%
Musical Instruments & AV Production15%
Office Products15%
Pet Products15%
Software & Computer/Video Games15%
Sports & Outdoors15%
Tires10%
Tools & Home Improvement15%
Toys & Games15%
Video Game Consoles8%
Video Games & Gaming Accessories15%
Watches16% up to $1,500, 3% above $1,500
Frequently asked questions
What are Amazon referral fees by category in 2026?
Amazon referral fees range from 8% to 45% depending on category, with most categories at 15%. The lowest are electronics, computers, consoles and full-size appliances (8%); the highest is Amazon Device Accessories (45%). A $0.30 per-item minimum applies. snapshot June 2026 - verify on Amazon's fee schedule.
Which Amazon category has the lowest referral fee?
Consumer Electronics, Computers, Video Game Consoles and full-size Appliances are 8%, the lowest standard referral rate. Tires are 10%. Several tiered categories (jewelry, watches, fine art) drop to 3-6% on the high-value portion.
Are Amazon referral fees charged on shipping?
Yes. The referral fee is calculated on the total sale price (item + shipping + gift wrap), not just the item. There is also a $0.30 per-item minimum referral fee.
See also Amazon seller fees overview, the FBA fulfillment fee table and the profit calculator.
Last updated: 2026-06-29