TikTok Shop Fee Calculator
Quick answer: On a $50 item with $5 shipping charged to the buyer, TikTok Shop fees are $3.00 and you receive $52.00 before your own costs. TikTok Shop charges a referral fee, which is 6% in most US categories and includes payment processing.
Current TikTok Shop fees (checked October 2026)
TikTok Shop charges a referral fee, which is 6% in most US categories and includes payment processing.
Refunded orders carry an administration fee of 20% of the original referral fee, capped at $5 per SKU. Creator affiliate commissions (commonly 10% to 20%) are extra and not included; add them to your costs if you use affiliates.
How this calculator works
Enter the item price, the shipping you charge the buyer, your item cost and your shipping label cost. The result shows total TikTok Shop fees, what you receive, your profit and your margin. Rates change, so confirm them on TikTok Shop's official fee page before big decisions.
Example: TikTok Shop fees at three price points
Shipping charged to buyer is $5.
| Item price | TikTok Shop fees | You receive | Effective rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| $20 | $1.20 | $23.80 | 4.8% |
| $50 | $3.00 | $52.00 | 5.5% |
| $100 | $6.00 | $99.00 | 5.7% |
How to protect your margin
On a $50 item the TikTok Shop fee is $3.00. If your item and shipping costs are $20 in total, your profit is $32.00. Price with the fee in mind, not after.
Frequently asked questions
How much does TikTok Shop charge in fees?
TikTok Shop charges a referral fee, which is 6% in most US categories and includes payment processing.
How much will I receive on a $50 TikTok Shop sale?
With $5 shipping charged, fees are $3.00 and you receive $52.00 before your own costs.
Does TikTok Shop charge a separate processing fee?
No. The referral fee includes payment processing.
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Estimates only, based on US seller rates. Fee rates change, so verify them on the official pricing page. Rates last verified October 5, 2026 against each platform's published fees and independent fee guides. How we verify rates.