TikTok Shop seller fees explained (2026)
Short answer: TikTok Shop takes a 6% referral fee in most US categories, or 5% for jewelry, with payment processing included. If a creator drives the sale, their commission comes on top, often 10% to 20%.
The fees on a TikTok Shop sale
- Referral fee: 6% in most categories, 5% for jewelry. Payment processing is included.
- New seller rate: 3% for 30 days if your first sale comes within 60 days of onboarding.
- Creator (affiliate) commission: a rate you set, paid only on sales a creator drives.
- No listing or monthly fees.
Sources differ on whether shipping is part of the fee base. Check the settlement details for an order in Seller Center.
What TikTok Shop takes at different prices
Fee on the item price. The last column adds a 10% creator commission.
| Item price | Referral fee (6%) | % of sale | With 10% creator commission |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10 | $0.60 | 6% | $1.60 (16%) |
| $25 | $1.50 | 6% | $4.00 (16%) |
| $50 | $3.00 | 6% | $8.00 (16%) |
| $100 | $6.00 | 6% | $16.00 (16%) |
Costs sellers forget
- Returns: the referral fee is refunded, but TikTok keeps a refund administration fee of 20% of it, up to $5 per item.
- Return shipping: you may pay part of it, depending on your shop performance score.
- Free shipping and discounts you fund come out of your margin.
Common questions
Is payment processing included on TikTok Shop?
Yes. The referral fee includes payment processing, so there is no separate transaction fee.
Do new sellers pay less?
New sellers who make a first sale within 60 days of onboarding get a 3% rate for 30 days.
How much do creators take?
You set the affiliate commission. Most sellers offer about 5% to 20%, and it is paid only on sales the creator drives. Compare TikTok Shop with other platforms on the compare page.
Rates checked October 2026 from published TikTok Shop US fee information. TikTok changes fees and runs promotions, so confirm in Seller Center before pricing. FeeMath is independent and not affiliated with TikTok.