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# Amazon FBA 2018 Storage Policy Changes

Amazon is [raising the cost of storing inventory](https://sellercentral.amazon.com/gp/help/external/201411300) at Amazon FBA warehouses, beginning with an increase in monthly storage fees on **April 1, 2018**. 

## Changes taking place April 1, 2018:

Monthly inventory storage fees will be increased by $0.05 per cubic foot. The increases will be applied to April’s inventory, and reflected in May.

## Changes taking place August 15, 2018:

A minimum of $0.50 per unit per month will be charged for items in FBA warehouses for 365 days or more. This minimum long-term storage fee or the regular long-term storage fee will be charged, whichever is greater.

## Changes taking place September 15, 2018:

Long-term storage fees will be adjusted, and will be assessed on a monthly basis instead of a semi-annual basis. 

[Storage limits](https://sellercentral.amazon.com/gp/help/external/help.html?itemID=G93D6U2APR9UYBG5) still apply to inventory kept in Amazon fulfillment centers. Storage limits of Amazon sellers with a professional seller account will be determined by their [Inventory Performance Index](https://sellercentral.amazon.com/gp/help/external/help.html?itemID=G93D6U2APR9UYBG5). 

## How can I adjust my business?

If you have unsold inventory, review your pricing and repricing strategies. Consider running promotions on items, like a "buy one, get one free" promotion to sell off extra inventory and generate positive reviews from customers.  You can also always request a removal from Amazon if necessary. 

Familiarize yourself with the tools Amazon provides to effectively maintain inventory: Amazon recommends what products need to be re-stocked, and when and how to sell excessive inventory without affecting your ROI (return on investment). 

See [Shipping to Amazon FBA](https://www.flexport.com/help/109-amazon-fba-seller-guide) for more information about shipping to Amazon fulfillment centers with Flexport.

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