How Are Shipping Charges Calculated?

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You can find PDF attachments that list our shipping methods at the bottom of this article.

Are there taxes, brokerage fees, customs fees, or any other fees charged for orders?

Freight/shipping charges are calculated based on several factors, including the number of units ordered, the overall size of the books and/or carton(s), shipping destination, and the shipping method. 

When placing an order through your IngramSpark account, the order total will reflect an accurate charge based on the shipping company's published rates. You may also use our online calculator to determine how much your shipping cost will be. 

As an example, shipments into Canada are subject to various fees, including import duties, GST (goods & services taxes), brokerage fees, customs fees, and document preparation fees.

Fees for GST registered publishers:

(print charges + handling fee + freight charges) multiplied by 5%

Fees for non-GST registered publishers:

(declared value + print charges + handling fee + freight charges) multiplied by 5%

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Orders placed through the Australia print facility are subject to a 10% GST charge for printing and a 10% GST charge for shipping.

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FLAT RATE SHIPPING FEE (US Addresses Only)

Effective July 1, 2023, IngramSpark will charge a flat rate for shipping fees for orders you place for your print books, shipping to addresses in the contiguous US.

Orders with Basic Shipping to USA Addresses (Excluding Alaska & Hawaii)

Basic shipping is Media Mail or comparable and delivered by USPS.

It is not trackable and is not insured and the publisher assumes all risks of damage or loss.

• • • • • • • • • • • No Handling Fee
                    • $2.99 Per Order plus: 
                      • $0.50 Per Unit Up To 25 units

Orders with Standard Shipping to USA Addresses (Excluding Alaska & Hawaii)

Standard shipping is UPS Ground Commercial and Residential. 

Shipments are trackable.

• • • • • • • • • • No Handling Fee
                  • $8.99 Per Order plus:
                    • $0.70 Per Unit for 1-15 Units 
                    • $0.65 Per Unit for 16-49 Units
                    • $0.60 Per Unit for 50+ Units

All other Basic and Standard orders use the same current pricing

(including handling fee)

There is no change to Overnight shipping, 2nd-day Air shipping,

or Economy Heavyweight.

When placing an order, click on "shipping methods" for a description of the available shipping options and estimated delivery times.