Preparing items for Amazon may seem straightforward, but beyond the essential “dos” like labelling, polybagging, and suffocation warnings, there are many “don’ts” to keep in mind as well. This is where prep centres like FastPack FBA come in – with our extensive experience and knowledge, preparing your items for sale the right way is second nature to us.
Here are some things to avoid when caring out FBA Prep:
Inadequate Packaging
UPS and other carriers will handle your cartons roughly as they move through the system. Additionally, the cartons will be jostled during transit from the preparer to their destination. Therefore, it’s crucial to package the units tightly and with enough dunnage to keep them secure. For example, glass items need to be bubble wrapped, taped tightly, and packaged securely in a properly sized box with adequate dunnage. Did you know? Packing peanuts are not accepted as dunnage.
Incorrect Labelling
Remember our post about label types? Ensure each of your items has a scannable barcode, as well as (if applicable) a “this is a set” sticker and a suffocation warning if it’s not already printed on the polybag you’re using. Don’t forget to cover other barcodes and price tags to prevent accidental scanning at the Amazon FBA facility.
Incorrect FBA Prep
Follow the standards for each item you’re sending to Amazon. Don’t skip polybags, bubble wrap, or required labels. Amazon FBA will redo the work and charge you for it, and if they make a mistake, you’ll be responsible.
Inaccurate Weight and Dimensions on Shipping Labels
While there’s room for slight error, aim to be as accurate as possible. In addition to the tools and supplies mentioned in this post, consider having a measuring tape and package scale on hand. If your measurements are too inaccurate, you may face fines.
Not Tracking How Things Are Packaged
At FastPack FBA, we use our in-house software to track which SKUs and how many units of each SKU are inside each box. This helps us assist our clients with disputes if Amazon claims they over or under-received units. If you’re working on your own shipments, be sure to know these details as they can be useful later.
Not Keeping Track of Expiration Dates
Amazon requires an expiration date for applicable products. They will also not accept products with an expiration date of less than three months from the date of shipment.
Always stay up to date on Amazon’s policies and ensure your products are in the condition you state. This list is non-exhaustive. As a prep centre, it’s our job to stay current on all these matters. If you’re feeling overwhelmed with preparing and shipping items to Amazon, reach out to FastPack FBA and see how we can help!
FastPack FBA Prep
When it comes to out sourcing your FBA Prep you want a Amazon prep centre UK that has experience in the industry. FastPack FBA has been a leader in the felid since 2016 and we have a lot of knowledge and experience when it comes to FBA Prep. We offer great banded pricing that works out 80% more cost effective that most FBA Prep suppliers. View our FBA Prep services here.
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