Unitemized fees on ConnectBooks reports are charges not directly tied to a specific item, it can happen for a variety of reasons. Let's delve into some examples to shed light on their significance:
Below are some examples.
1. General Marketplace Fees: Picture the monthly subscription fee charged by Amazon. It's a cost of doing business on the platform, but it doesn't directly correlate with any particular item you sell.
2. Brand Video Ads: Until August 1st, 2025, ConnectBooks did not itemize Brand Video Ads because they don’t clearly advertise a specific SKU. However, we now itemize them using the ASINs provided in the ad setup. Learn More.
3. Inbound Shipping Fees: Think about the lump sum you pay to bring in your inventory. It's not charged per item but rather per pallet or container, making it challenging to attribute to individual products.
4. Inbound Placement Fees
Amazon does not provide per-item placement fee details through their API, but they do make this information available to sellers in their reports. To address this, ConnectBooks has added a simple way for sellers to import Placement or AWD fees manually and get them itemized by SKU.
Despite their lack of direct association with individual items, these fees are integral to understanding your business's financial health. ConnectBooks includes them in reports to offer a comprehensive view, empowering you to make informed decisions to optimize profitability in the ever-evolving e-commerce landscape.