TikTok Shop Malaysia has grown rapidly since launching in 2022, becoming one of the most popular e-commerce platforms in the country. For Malaysian sellers and cross-border merchants targeting the MYR market, understanding the fee structure is essential for pricing your products profitably.
Unlike the all-in-one fee structure in the US or Singapore, TikTok Shop Malaysia itemizes its charges into three separate components: a category-based commission, a transaction fee, and a per-order platform support fee.
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Malaysia Fee Breakdown
TikTok Shop Malaysia charges sellers a combination of commission, transaction, and platform support fees. Here's how they break down:
- Commission: Category-based rate (see table below)
- Transaction Fee: 3.78% per order (includes 8% SST)
- Platform Support Fee: RM 0.54 per order
- No FBT Fulfillment: TikTok does not operate FBT in Malaysia
The transaction fee of 3.78% applies to the total order value including shipping. The RM 0.54 platform support fee was introduced on February 15, 2026, and applies per completed order.
Commission Rates by Category
Commission rates vary by product category. Below are the current marketplace rates for TikTok Shop Malaysia:
| Category | Commission Rate | Effective Total * |
|---|---|---|
| General (Most Categories) | 8.37% | 12.15% + RM 0.54 |
| Fashion & Apparel | 8.37% | 12.15% + RM 0.54 |
| Electronics | 7.02% | 10.80% + RM 0.54 |
| Electronics (Phone) | 5.85% | 9.63% + RM 0.54 |
| Food & Beverage | 10.26% | 14.04% + RM 0.54 |
* Effective Total includes commission + 3.78% transaction fee. The RM 0.54 platform support fee is added per order regardless of order value.
Key Insight: Fashion and general categories have the lowest commission rates at 8.37%, while Food & Beverage carries the highest at 10.26%. Electronics sellers pay 7.02% commission but benefit from higher average order values.
New Seller Promotion: 0% Commission for 90 Days
Malaysia offers one of the most generous new seller promotions in Southeast Asia: 0% commission for the first 90 days after registration. This means you only pay the 3.78% transaction fee and RM 0.54 platform support fee per order during this period.
Example: RM100 Product (New Seller, General Category)
Selling Price: RM100.00
Commission: RM0.00 (0% promo)
Transaction Fee (3.78%): RM3.78
Platform Support Fee: RM0.54
Total Platform Fees: RM4.32 (4.32%)
Compared to the standard rate of 12.15% + RM 0.54, new sellers save over RM 2.80 per RM100 sale during the promotional period. This is an excellent window to test products, build reviews, and establish your shop before transitioning to standard rates.
Worked Example: Full Profit Calculation
Let's walk through a complete profit calculation for a general category product sold on TikTok Shop Malaysia at standard (post-promo) rates:
Example: RM80 Fashion Product
Selling Price: RM80.00
COGS (Product Cost): RM30.00
Shipping Cost: RM8.00
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Commission (8.37%): RM6.70
Transaction Fee (3.78%): RM3.02
Platform Support Fee: RM0.54
Total Platform Fees: RM10.26
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Net Profit: RM31.74
Net Margin: 39.7%
For higher-commission categories like Food & Beverage (10.26%), the same RM80 product would pay RM8.21 in commission, bringing total fees to RM11.77 and reducing net profit to RM30.23 (37.8% margin).
Mall vs Marketplace Rates
TikTok Shop Malaysia offers a Mall program for established brands with higher commission rates but additional visibility benefits. Mall rates are typically 2โ3 percentage points higher than marketplace rates for most categories:
| Category | Marketplace | Mall |
|---|---|---|
| General | 8.37% | 4.41% |
| Fashion & Apparel | 8.37% | 5.22% |
| FMCG & Groceries | 4.71% | 4.71% |
| Electronics | 7.02% | 10.26% |
| Lifestyle | 8.37% | 4.41% |
Note: The Mall commission rates above are exclusive of the 3.78% transaction fee and RM 0.54 platform support fee. Your effective total will be higher.
Malaysia vs Other SE Asia Markets
How does Malaysia compare to its neighbors? Here's a quick look at effective rates across the region (general category, marketplace):
| Market | Commission | Transaction Fee | Extra Fees | Effective Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ๐ฒ๐พ Malaysia | 8.37% | 3.78% | RM 0.54/order | 12.15% + RM 0.54 |
| ๐น๐ญ Thailand | 4.29% | 3.21% | โ | 7.50% |
| ๐ป๐ณ Vietnam | 4% | 6% | โซ3,000/order | 10% + โซ3,000 |
| ๐ต๐ญ Philippines | 3.36% | 2.24% | โฑ3/order | 5.6% + โฑ3 |
| ๐ธ๐ฌ Singapore | 5% | Bundled | โ | 5% flat |
Tips for Malaysia Sellers
Maximize the 90-Day Promo
Launch during your 90-day commission-free window. List as many products as possible to gather reviews and sales data before standard rates kick in.
Watch Your Category Choice
Category rates vary from 8.37% (fashion/general) to 10.26% (food & beverage). If your product fits multiple categories, choose the lower-rated one where possible.
Factor In the Platform Support Fee
The RM 0.54 per-order fee is a flat charge, so it impacts lower-priced items more heavily. A RM20 product pays 2.7% just in platform support fee, while a RM200 product pays only 0.27%.
Use the Calculator
Every product is different. Use our TikTok Shop Profit Calculator to model your exact costs in Malaysia with your specific category, price point, and fulfillment method.
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