Glossary
fuel surcharge
Definition
A percentage the carrier adds to the base rate (and some surcharges) that moves with fuel prices, usually changing weekly.
Where the guide uses it
- 25 common 3PL billing errors and how to spot each one
- Billed vs. expected weight: how to find 3PL shipping overbilling
- How carrier rate increases (GRIs) reach your 3PL invoice
- How 3PLs bill shipping: pass-through, markup or their own rate card
- How to audit residential, delivery area and handling surcharges
- Shipping surcharges explained: fuel, residential, handling and more
- How to verify a cost-plus shipping markup against your contract
- Why 3PL billing errors happen, and why they keep coming back