Amazon Extends 90% FBA Inbound Shipping Discount Through March 2026
Amazon has extended its 90% inbound freight discount for shipments booked through the 2Ship portal until 31 March 2026. The discount automatically reduces a typical $200 charge to about $20, eliminating the need for coupon codes.
Overview
Amazon has prolonged its 90 % discount on inbound shipments created through the Send to Amazon workflow, now running until 31 March 2026. The reduction is applied automatically when sellers book freight via the integrated 2Ship portal, eliminating a major variable cost during the crucial first‑quarter replenishment window. Sellers who rely on FBA should assess the extended offer to improve unit economics and avoid missed savings.
Key Points
- Discount magnitude — The promotional rate cuts eligible inbound freight costs by nine‑tenths, turning a $200 shipping charge into roughly $20.
- Extended deadline — The 90 % discount remains in effect through 31 March 2026, giving sellers more than two additional years of access.
- Automatic application — No coupon codes are needed; the reduced price appears at checkout once the shipment is booked in 2Ship.
- 2Ship requirement — Only shipments booked through Amazon’s approved‑carrier marketplace, 2Ship, qualify for the discount.
- Standard workflow — Sellers follow the usual Send to Amazon steps; the discount is the only deviation from the normal process.
How the Discount Works
- Create the inbound plan — In Seller Central, initiate a Send to Amazon shipment as usual, entering SKU, quantity, and target fulfillment center.
- Enter shipment details in 2Ship — At the shipping step, input dimensions, weight, and destination into the 2Ship interface; the portal then displays rates from all approved carriers.
- Select an approved carrier — Choose the carrier offering the lowest total cost; the system automatically applies the 90 % reduction before finalizing the purchase.
Example: A seller shipping 150 lb of medium‑size boxes from Dallas to the ORD fulfillment center would normally see a $180 freight quote. After selecting a carrier in 2Ship, the checkout screen shows a $18 charge, reflecting the 90 % discount.
Context (Before vs. After)
Analysis & Recommendations
Why This Matters
The discount can save $180 per $200 shipment, allowing sellers to accelerate Q1 replenishment and cut freight spend by up to 90%. Comparing a negotiated $120 carrier rate to the $12 discounted rate shows a clear cost advantage, and early shipments can capture $1,800 savings on a 5,000‑unit load.
Key Takeaways
- 90% discount reduces a $200 inbound freight charge to roughly $20.
- The promotion now runs through 31 March 2026, adding over two years of savings.
- Discount is applied automatically in the 2Ship portal—no coupon codes required.
- Only shipments booked via 2Ship's approved‑carrier marketplace qualify.
Recommended Actions
- →Log in to Seller Central, go to 'Send to Amazon' > create inbound plan, then select 2Ship at the shipping step to get the discount.
- →Run a cost comparison in 2Ship vs. your existing carrier contracts for a typical pallet to quantify savings.
- →Schedule Q1 replenishment shipments in January using 2Ship to lock in the 90% discount before the deadline.
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