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Peak Surcharge

A peak surcharge (sometimes called a demand surcharge) is a temporary per-package fee that major parcel carriers impose during high-volume periods such as the holiday shipping season, typically October through January. The surcharge can apply on top of fuel, residential, and DAS charges simultaneously, significantly increasing total shipping cost. LMS never charges a peak or demand surcharge under its FinalFare model.

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