Selling Handbags on eBay: When Do Fees Drop to 9%?
Definition
Women's Bags & Handbags on eBay use a flat tier switch system: if the total sale amount (including shipping and tax) is $2,000 or less, the fee rate is 15%. If the total exceeds $2,000, the entire fee rate drops to 9% (or 9.4% in Canada). This is a flat switch, not a tiered system—the lower rate applies to the entire sale amount.
How It Works
Scope: This guide details the fee switch logic for Women's Bags & Handbags. Last updated: 2026-01-05. Rule: If the total sale amount exceeds $2,000, the entire fee rate often drops to 9% depending on the region and subscription status.
The threshold is based on the total transaction amount (sold price + shipping + tax). When this total exceeds $2,000 (or $2,000 CAD in Canada, $2,000 AUD in Australia), the fee rate switches from 15% to 9% (or 9.4% in Canada) for the entire amount. This is different from tiered systems where different rates apply to different portions.
| Region | Total Sale Amount | Final Value Fee Rate | Fixed Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| US | ≤ $2,000 | 15% | $0.30/$0.40 |
| > $2,000 | 9% | $0.30/$0.40 | |
| CA | ≤ $2,000 CAD | 15% | $0.30/$0.40 |
| > $2,000 CAD | 9.4% | $0.30/$0.40 | |
| AU | ≤ $2,000 AUD | 15% | $0.30/$0.40 |
| > $2,000 AUD | 9% | $0.30/$0.40 |
The rate applies to Store and non-Store sellers equally. All rates include regulatory fees. Fixed fees are not waived even when the threshold is met.
Examples
Example 1: US - Handbag at $1,500 (Below Threshold)
- Item sold: $1,500
- Shipping: $20
- Sales tax: $120
- Total: $1,640
- Final Value Fee (15%): $246
- Fixed fee: $0.40
- Total fees: $246.40
Example 2: US - Designer Handbag at $2,500 (Above Threshold)
- Item sold: $2,500
- Shipping: $30
- Sales tax: $200
- Total: $2,730
- Final Value Fee (9%): $245.70
- Fixed fee: $0.40
- Total fees: $246.10
Example 3: CA - Handbag at $2,100 CAD (Above Threshold)
- Item sold: $2,100 CAD
- Shipping: $25
- Sales tax: $273
- Total: $2,398
- Final Value Fee (9.4%): $225.41
- Fixed fee: $0.40
- Total fees: $225.81
For more information, visit the FeeWise hub or read our eBay Canada selling fees guide.
FAQ
Q: What's the threshold for the fee drop?
A: The threshold is $2,000 (or $2,000 CAD in Canada, $2,000 AUD in Australia) based on the total transaction amount including shipping and tax.
Q: Does the 9% rate apply to the entire sale or just the amount over $2,000?
A: The 9% rate applies to the entire sale amount when the total exceeds $2,000. This is a flat switch, not a tiered system.
Q: Do Store subscribers get a different rate?
A: No, the 15% and 9% (or 9.4% in Canada) rates apply to both Store and non-Store sellers equally.
Q: Are fixed fees waived when I hit the threshold?
A: No, fixed fees ($0.30/$0.40) still apply even when the total exceeds $2,000.
Q: Why is Canada's rate 9.4% instead of 9%?
A: Canada's rate includes the 0.4% Regulatory Operating Fee, resulting in 9.4% instead of 9%.
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