# Incidental Charges in Logistics

*Last updated: 2026-06-24*

> Incidental charges in logistics are all costs levied on top of the agreed base freight rate for a given shipment.

Incidental charges in logistics are all costs levied on top of the agreed base freight rate for a given shipment. Typical line items include storage fees, handling charges, customs clearance costs, insurance premiums, and value-added services such as picking, labelling, or special packaging. Freight forwarders itemise these charges separately in their quotations, as they can substantially affect the total landed cost—sometimes exceeding the base transport fee itself. Shippers frequently underestimate incidental charges when comparing initial quotes. They should not be confused with carrier-imposed surcharges such as the Bunker Adjustment Factor or peak season premiums, which are billed directly by the carrier as distinct cost blocks.

**Source:** [https://www.investopedia.com/terms/i/incidental-expense.asp](https://www.investopedia.com/terms/i/incidental-expense.asp)

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| Property | Value |
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| Term | Incidental Charges in Logistics |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 105 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-24 |
| Source | https://www.investopedia.com/terms/i/incidental-expense.asp |

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