Amazon’s FBA Prep Service is designed to help sellers meet Amazon’s strict packaging and preparation requirements without the hassle of doing it themselves. When you choose to use this service, Amazon takes care of the necessary preparation steps to ensure your products are ready for storage and shipment once they arrive at Amazon’s fulfillment centers. Here’s what the Amazon Prep Service does:

1. Inspection and Preparation

  • Inspects your products upon arrival at their fulfillment centers to ensure they meet Amazon’s quality standards.
  • Prepares items according to Amazon’s specific packaging and prep guidelines. This can include bagging, bubble wrapping, taping, labeling, and more, depending on the product’s needs and the requirements for safe and secure storage and shipping.

2. Labeling

  • Applies Amazon-required labels, such as FNSKU labels, to your products if you haven’t already done so. This ensures that each item can be accurately tracked and identified through Amazon’s logistics system.

3. Packaging

  • Packages items that require it, using materials that comply with Amazon’s standards. For example, items that are prone to leaking would be sealed in poly bags, and fragile items might be bubble wrapped for protection.

4. Compliance

  • Ensures that your products are prepped in compliance with Amazon’s policies and requirements, reducing the risk of your items being rejected upon arrival at the fulfillment center or causing delays in getting your products listed for sale.

5. Saves Time and Effort

  • Saves sellers significant time and effort, especially for those who are not familiar with Amazon’s detailed preparation requirements or do not have the resources to prep a large number of items efficiently.

How It Works

  • When creating a shipment in Seller Central, you can choose to use Amazon’s FBA Prep Service for eligible items. Amazon will then calculate the prep fees based on the services required for each item. These fees are in addition to other FBA fees, such as fulfillment and monthly storage fees.

Why Use It

  • The Amazon Prep Service is particularly beneficial for new sellers, sellers with high-volume sales, or those who prefer to focus on other aspects of their business rather than spending time on the logistics of preparation and packaging. It ensures that all items are prepped to Amazon’s standards, potentially reducing delays and the risk of damage during storage or shipping.

By utilizing Amazon’s FBA Prep Service, sellers can streamline their logistics process, ensuring their products are quickly ready for sale while adhering to Amazon’s fulfillment standards.