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In fulfillment and last-mile delivery, small surcharges add up quickly. A $3 residential delivery fee here, or a $15 return processing charge there, can drastically change the profitability of an e-commerce operation at scale. For global sellers shipping thousands of parcels each month, understanding and controlling these costs is essential.

Beginning January 1, 2026, Amazon will stop offering FBA prep and labeling services for any shipments sent to its U.S. fulfillment centers. This includes inventory moving through AWD, AGL, Amazon SEND, and the Supply Chain Portal. From that date forward, all new shipments must arrive at Amazon fully prepped and compliant.

For overseas brands looking to break into the U.S. market, speed is everything. American consumers are accustomed to fast shipping — two-day delivery has become the baseline expectation, and same-day fulfillment is expanding across major cities. New entrants who cannot meet these expectations quickly discover that long lead times erode customer trust and limit repeat sales.