What is a shipping surcharge?

A shipping surcharge is an additional fee added to the cost of shipping a package or item. This surcharge may vary depending on a variety of factors such as the weight, size, destination, type of item and shipping method selected. Many shipping companies such as FedEx, UPS, and USPS charge surcharges for specific items or services, such as fuel surcharges, residential delivery surcharges, extended area surcharges, and oversize package surcharges. These fees are often added on top of the regular shipping costs and can be significant in some cases. It is important to consider these surcharges when calculating the total cost of shipping to avoid expensive surprises later on.