FSC-AIRFuel & BunkerCarrier-Mandated
Air Fuel Surcharge (FSC)
A surcharge applied to air freight rates to compensate for fluctuations in jet fuel prices. Like ocean BAF, the air fuel surcharge is a direct pass-through of the airline's largest operating cost variable.
Per Weight
Category:Basic Shipping FeeChina Export Local ChargesDestination Import Charges
Applies to:
✕ FCL✕ LCLAir✕ Rail✕ Courier✕ Road✕ FBA✕ As Request
Typical Cost Range
Air fuel surcharge — varies with jet fuel prices monthly
$0.15–$1.2
per kg
FSC (Fuel Surcharge) is applied on top of air freight rates. Typically represents 15–30% of the base A/F. Rates reviewed monthly by airlines.
Route Reference Rates (APRIL 2026)
China → US West
$0.15–$0.80/kg
China → US East
$0.20–$0.85/kg
China → Europe
$0.15–$0.70/kg
China → S. America
$0.18–$0.75/kg
China → SE Asia
$0.10–$0.40/kg
China → Australia
$0.12–$0.50/kg
Who Pays?
Shipper (When CIF, DAP)
Consignee (When EXW, FOB)
Negotiability
Set by carrier or port authority — not negotiable.
FSC is set by airlines based on IATA fuel price indices. Not negotiable directly, but forwarders may bundle it into all-in rates.
Adjustment Frequency
MonthlyWeeklyFixed
Current rate reviewed: Monthly review
Chargeable Unit
Per KG
Formula / Calculation
FSC = (Jet Fuel Price Index / Base Price Index - 1) x Base Rate Factorairfueljet fuelvolatile
Frequently Asked Questions
Is FSC included in the quoted air freight rate?
Sometimes. Many forwarders quote all-in rates including FSC. Always confirm what is included.
Often Appears Together With
These charges frequently appear on the same freight invoice as FSC-AIR:
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