Why Sell on Amazon FBA with Products from China?
Selling on Amazon FBA (Fulfillment by Amazon) with products sourced from China has become one of the most popular e-commerce business models. Amazon handles storage, packing, and shipping to customers, while you focus on product sourcing and marketing. However, shipping from China to Amazon FBA warehouses requires careful planning and attention to Amazon’s strict requirements.
Step 1: Find a Reliable Supplier
Start by sourcing your products from verified suppliers on Alibaba, Made-in-China, or through a sourcing agent. Request samples, negotiate pricing (including FOB or EXW terms), and ensure your supplier understands Amazon’s packaging requirements.
Step 2: Choose Your Shipping Method
Three main options for shipping to Amazon FBA:
- Express (5-8 days): Best for small, high-value shipments under 50kg. Use DHL, FedEx, or UPS for rapid replenishment.
- Air Freight (7-12 days): Ideal for medium-weight shipments (50-500kg). Good balance of speed and cost. DDP air freight is popular for Amazon shipments.
- Sea Freight (25-35 days): Most economical for bulk shipments over 1 CBM. LCL (Less than Container Load) is perfect for FBA sellers who don’t fill a full container.
Step 3: Amazon FBA Labeling Requirements
Amazon has strict labeling rules. Every product must have FNSKU label on each individual unit, ‘Made in China’ label on each product and packaging, Amazon FBA box labels (6 labels per carton for redundancy), and proper packaging to survive transit without damage.
Step 4: Shipment Creation in Amazon Seller Central
Before shipping, create a shipment in Amazon Seller Central. Specify the number of units, box dimensions and weights. Amazon assigns a destination warehouse. Download and print the FBA box ID labels for each carton.
Step 5: Customs Clearance and Documentation
Your freight forwarder should handle customs clearance. Key documents include commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading or airway bill. For DDP shipping, all customs clearance and duties are handled for you.
Why Choose Yueyang Freight for Amazon FBA Shipping
Yueyang Freight specializes in Amazon FBA shipping from China. We handle labeling compliance, customs documentation, and DDP delivery to any Amazon fulfillment center in the USA and Europe. Get a free quote today.