Beginning June 30, 2026, Walmart Fulfillment Services (WFS) items stored for more than 450 days will be subject to a new long-term storage fee. Existing storage fees for items stored 450 days or less will not change at this time.
This update highlights the importance of proactive inventory management for Walmart Marketplace sellers using WFS.
At RetailTantra, we recommend Walmart sellers regularly review aged inventory reports and optimize inventory turnover to reduce unnecessary long-term storage costs and maintain stronger profitability.
Updated WFS Storage Fee Structure
| Storage Length | Storage Fee | Fee Change |
|---|---|---|
| 0–365 Days | $0.75 per cubic foot per month | No change |
| 366–450 Days | $2.25 per cubic foot per month | No change |
| Over 450 Days | $7.50 per cubic foot per month | New fee effective June 30, 2026 |
What Walmart Sellers Should Monitor
- Inventory Aging: Track products approaching the 450-day threshold to avoid higher storage costs.
- Storage Reports: Use Walmart inventory and storage reports to identify slow-moving products.
- Sell-Through Performance: Improve inventory turnover through promotions, bundles, and optimized listings.
- Inventory Planning: Avoid overstocking low-demand products that may incur long-term fees.
RetailTantra’s Recommendation
At RetailTantra, we advise Walmart sellers to adopt a proactive WFS inventory strategy by combining:
- Inventory performance monitoring
- Demand forecasting
- Inventory optimization planning
- Strategic promotions
- Regular storage audits
This approach helps reduce storage expenses, improve operational efficiency, and maintain long-term marketplace profitability.
Final Thoughts
Walmart’s updated WFS storage fee policy reinforces the growing importance of inventory optimization within Walmart Marketplace. Sellers who actively monitor inventory aging and improve stock management strategies will be better positioned to reduce operational costs and maintain stronger marketplace performance.
Proper inventory planning and ongoing inventory monitoring can help sellers avoid unnecessary long-term storage fees while improving overall business efficiency.