Amazon FBA can be the simplest and easiest business solution for all sellers in the world. But you have to make sure that you meet the Amazon packaging requirements accurately. It is very important to take care of the instructions and amazon packaging requirements in all aspects when you are selling on Amazon. It will certainly affect your business growth in a very good way and build your credibility with time.
As an Amazon seller, all you need to do is create an account, list your products and ship them to the warehouse of Amazon FBA. Your job is done here! But you need to keep in mind that Amazon has specific packaging requirements for all types of products. You have to follow their requirements of product packaging before shipping your products to Amazon FBA warehouse. You can also check out the best design packaging practices too for inspiration.
In this topic, we will explain all types of packaging requirements you need to know before you send your products to the Amazon FBA warehouse.
CHECKLIST FOR AMAZON PACKAGING REQUIREMENTS
You need to keep an eye on the checklist below to meet the requirements.
- Use a six-sided box and it must be rigid
- You need a single address label that must have clear and complete delivery as well as return information
- You must have a separate shipment label for each box for your shipping queue
- There are four labels for each pallet, one on the top center of each side.
- Each box on pallet also requires a label specifically for it
- Apply a unique shipping label on the master carton when multiple case packs used for shipping
- If old shipping boxes used, then remove all kinds of old labels or markings
- All items must wrapped separately
- You must use adequate packaging and strong tape designed for shipping
- Use two inches of cushion between each of your item and the inside of the box
- We must place the contents in a way that they do not move inside the box
- We must use acceptable packaging materials
- Polyethene foam sheeting
- Inflatable air pillows
- Bubble wraps
- Full sheets of paper
MATERIALS YOU MUST NOT USE FOR AMAZON PACKAGING
You must not use foam strips, crinkle wraps, shredded paper, and Styrofoam for packaging.
STANDARD BOXES TO USE
1- Regular slotted carton (RSC)
2- B flute
3- ECT-32 (edge crush test)
4- 200 lb./sq. inch (burst strength)
The above information is sourced directly from the Amazon seller central website for accuracy.
PACKAGING OF INDIVIDUAL PRODUCTS
For the packaging of individual products, you must consider some guidelines. Read below the list of requirements for individual product packaging.
- Individual product packaging must be labeled with a barcode
- There should be the same SKU for items in the same package
- If you are selling a product with several items in the set then each set must be packed together
- There should be no barcodes on the box other than your own
- Use laserjet printers for barcode labels as it will not fade
- You should pack your product in bubble wrap if it is fragile, prone to damage, or sensitive to external forces
- We can use regular cardboard boxes for the packaging of your products
If you do not have a private label then you must follow the above-mentioned guideline properly. Meanwhile, if you have your own Amazon FBA Private Label, then you can prepare the packaging in a way you want your customers to receive them.
WHERE YOU CAN FIND AMAZON PACKAGING SUPPLIES
The common question everyone has is where they can find the Amazon Packaging Supplies?
As you have read earlier that Amazon has quality packaging requirements for products. But no one pays attention too much for the packaging.
There are few options to consider when purchasing the packaging supplies for Amazon FBA and FBM.
- Use USPS free supplies (shipping must be via USPS)
- Order from Amazon
- You can use Amazon Preferred Packaging
- Purchase in bulk from e-supply
- You can use Amazon FFP (Frustration-Free Packaging)
LABEL REQUIREMENTS FOR AMAZON FBA
Besides Packaging requirements, you will have to take care of some labeling requirements as well. In case if you have not labeled the products properly then you might have to pay some fee to Amazon to fix them once they have arrived at the Amazon warehouse.
Labeling of the Cartons
When you set a shipment to Amazon FBA on your seller account, the system will create labels for your shipment specifically.
The heaviest cartons can be of 30 kg (66.1 Lbs). If your shipment is larger than it will include labels for cartons and pallets.
Cartons or boxes that usually weigh between 15 kg to 30 kg, need to label as heavyweight. As well as they must be seen from top-down and side view angles. It requires each carton to have one shipping ID. Moreover, the pallet should contain similar products. After proper labeling, we should stack the cartons onto a pallet (four-sided pallet would be best).
Pallets are usually difficult to transport products and for stability, you should interlock the cartons in a way that they do not create any problems. You should avoid stacking cartons in columns.
Labeling of the Pallets
When it comes to pallets you have to make sure that each pallet has a label with the seller’s name, to and from address and PO box (if any) on it. The number of cartons should be mentioned on the pallet on the upper right side for visibility.
- All pallets should contain similar items when you are sending in bulk
- Label as mixed merchandise if pallets contain mixed products
- Pallets must be the standard four-way access pallets of 1200 mm x 1000 mm.
- Pallets must be stretched wrapped in clear plastic
- You must add do not break stretch wrap warning labels on the pallets
- The total weight must not exceed more than 500 kgs
- The height of the pallet should not be more than 1.8 meters with the pallet included
- Merchandise must not hang over the edge of the pallet, give an allowance of 25mm
- Damaged pallets are not accepted
- Damaged pallets may be rejected at the seller’s expense