Overview

Amazon UK is revising the eligibility limits for its Small & Light (also known as Low‑Price FBA) programme ahead of the 2026 rollout. The updated weight, dimension and price caps will change which ASINs qualify for reduced fulfillment fees, directly influencing per‑unit costs for sellers of low‑priced, lightweight items. Sellers who rely on tight margins need to reassess their catalogues now to avoid unexpected fee increases.

Key Points

• New weight brackets — The lightest tier now caps at 200 g (down from roughly 225 g), meaning a 190 g phone‑case that previously qualified will still be eligible, while a 230 g kitchen gadget will be excluded.
• Adjusted price ceiling — The maximum sale price for Small & Light has been lowered to £7.99, so a £8.49 beauty sample that once enjoyed discounted fees will revert to standard FBA rates.
• Expanded dimension limits — Maximum length, width and height have been increased by 5 mm, allowing a 12 cm × 8 cm × 2 cm office‑supply item that was previously too bulky to now qualify.
• Category refinements — Certain high‑risk categories such as batteries and liquids remain ineligible, while pet‑care accessories have been added to the approved list.
• Programme extension to 2026 — Amazon has confirmed the Small & Light model will remain active through 2026, signalling continued fee discounts for qualifying low‑margin products.

How Small & Light Works

1. Eligibility check — Sellers submit product details (weight, dimensions, price) in Seller Central; Amazon calculates total shipped weight, including packaging. Example: A 150 g silicone phone grip packaged in a 30 g poly‑bag registers a shipped weight of 180 g, keeping it under the 200 g limit.
2. Fee calculation – Once an item meets the thresholds, Amazon applies a reduced pick‑pack and shipping fee that is typically 30‑40 % lower than the standard FBA rate. Example: A £5.99 hair‑care sample incurs a £0.45 Small & Light fee versus a £0.80 standard fee, boosting profit per unit.
3. – The programme monitors price and weight at the point of sale; any change that pushes the product outside the limits automatically switches it back to the regular fee schedule.