A surcharge is an additional fee or charge that is added to the regular price of a product or service. In the context of cargo shipping, a surcharge is an extra fee that is added to the regular rate for the transport of goods. There are several types of surcharges that may be applied in the cargo shipping industry.

The purpose of a surcharge is to help cover the additional costs of providing the transportation service, and to ensure that the business is able to continue operating profitably.