Sep
17
2014

2015 FedEx Rate Increase

An article by shipsurance

FedEx has announced their 2015 rate changes. The changes will take place on January 5, 2015.

Almost all modes of FedEx transit will have a rate increase in the new year. Of specific interest to our current and prospective customers, this includes their declared value charges.

Declared value fees for FedEx are increasing from $0.90 to $0.95 per $100. The minimum charge increased from $2.70 to $2.90.

This means that if you declare a $200.00 value on 100 packages, this would cost you $2.90. With Shipsurance, you could pay less than $0.20* for broader coverage. 1000 packages could save you $5000*.

Other FedEx Rate Changes for 2015:

FedEx Express will increase shipping rates by an average of 4.9% for U.S. domestic shipments.
FedEx Ground and FedEx Home Delivery will increase shipping rates by an average of 4.9%.
FedEx Ground will begin applying dimensional weight pricing to all shipments.

As far as surcharges and fees go:

FedEx Ground & Express – The charge for Direct Signature Required increased from $3.75 per package to $4.00 per package
FedEx Ground & Express – The charge for Indirect Signature Required increased from $3.00 per package to $3.50 per package

For a complete list of rate changes, visit: http://www.fedex.com/us/2015rates

Remember, you can offset these costs by insuring your packages with Shipsurance. Our rates have not risen and you can save more than 90% off of the FedEx rates.

*These are sample rates based on volume. You must have an active Shipsurance coverage certificate to secure these rates. Request a quote now!