Amazon Packaging Requirements: Everything You Need To Know

Remember that Amazon warehouses are largely automated, therefore it’s crucial to send items correctly. It is important to make sure that you follow Amazon seller packaging requirements:

• •  Each product type or unit should have a unique FNSKU, which is Amazon’s barcode. In addition, you can also use manufacturer’s codes  such as GCID, UPC, EAN, or ISBN.
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• •  Each item should have an exterior barcode that can be scanned and has legible numbers associated with them.
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• •  If you are reusing boxes, cover existing barcodes and shipping labels by using opaque tape or by painting over them with a marker as per Amazon seller packaging requirements.
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• •  Every item, including book sets with many volumes, should be packaged in discrete, safe packaging.
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• •  Do not bundle multiple boxes together. It’s crucial to choose the proper-sized box for your shipment. If the package is too big, you’ll need to pack it tightly enough to prevent collapse when larger boxes are stacked on top of it during shipping.
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• •  Units that are not protected by secure packaging must be bagged or taped shut in a poly bag. In this situation, the bag must be at least  1.5 mm thick, transparent, and equipped with a barcode. Additionally, the poly bag must not extend past the product’s dimensions by  more than 3 inches.
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• •  If the product has an expiry date, both the package and the individual item must display the date.
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• •  If loose products are sold together, they must be packaged in the same package. Each loose product should be packed with sturdy shipping tape and adequate packaging material and then placed in a corrugated shipping container.
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• •  For sets that come in multiple pieces, make sure that you mark it as “Sold as set” or “Do not separate”.
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• •  For boxed units, it is crucial that the shipping box has six sides, openings, and a lid that is challenging to open by itself and cannot  collapse under moderate pressure.

Amazon FBA Box Requirements 

Packing products for Amazon FBA requires sellers to follow certain guidelines to ensure that the items are delivered to the customers safely. 

Typical requirements for Amazon FBA boxes are: 

• •  Box Strength: Use boxes with a burst strength of at least 200BH or an edge crush test (ECT) rating of 32. These ratings ensure the box can handle the weight and pressure during transit.
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• •  Box appearance: Sellers should use rigid, six-sided boxes with intact flaps. 
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• •  Box Size: The box should not exceed 25 inches on any side, unless you are shipping oversized items. For standard-sized products, the box should fit snugly to prevent movement inside but should not be overpacked.
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• •  Weight Limits: Each box should not exceed 50 pounds. If your product is heavier, Amazon requires a “Team Lift” label for boxes over 50 pounds and a “Mechanical Lift” label for those over 100 pounds.

Also, ensure that the box is securely sealed to avoid product damage. 

Amazon FBA Poly Bag Requirements

Poly bags are oftentimes used by sellers to protect loose items within the shipments. However, Amazon also has certain requirements when it comes to polybags. 

First, the poly bag must be at least 1.5 mils thick to provide sufficient protection during transit. The bags also should be transparent for the contents to be visible. This requirement allows Amazon stuff quickly identify the product inside without the need to open the bag. 

Other requirements regarding poly bags include placing barcodes in a way that is scannable through the bag. Also, there must be a warning label the size of which depends on the bag size itself.