What is a Listing Fee?
A listing fee is a charge that a manufacturer or vendor pays to a retailer or distributor in order to have their product placed on their shelves or included in their catalog. This is very common in the traditional retail world. The fee is meant to cover the costs associated with adding a new product, such as warehousing, inventory management, and marketing. It can be a significant barrier to entry for smaller brands. This concept is less common in the software world, but can sometimes apply to large online marketplaces.