Amazon FBA Shipping
Reliable Amazon Freight Forwarding Services
by ShangHai
ShangHai offers a comprehensive range of warehouse and logistics services across China, ensuring your goods are handled with care, stored safely, and shipped efficiently. Whether you need short-term storage, long-term warehousing, or fulfillment services, ShangHai’s advanced facilities and experienced team support your business needs every step of the way.
1. Shipping Services to Amazon FBA Warehouses
ShangHai offers comprehensive shipping services for Amazon FBA sellers worldwide, including key markets like the USA, UK, Germany, India, Australia, and more. We handle every aspect of your shipment, ensuring that your products are delivered on time and meet Amazon’s strict requirements.
What We Handle:
Consolidation from Multiple Suppliers
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If you’re sourcing goods from several suppliers, we consolidate them into one shipment, streamlining the process.
Pickup and Delivery
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ShangHai manages the transportation of goods from the suppliers to Amazon FBA warehouses globally.
Repackaging and Labeling
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We ensure your goods are properly packaged and labeled according to Amazon’s specific guidelines to avoid delays.
Competitive Shipping Rates
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We offer cost-effective shipping solutions, whether you’re shipping a large volume (FCL - Full Container Load) or smaller shipments (LCL - Less than Container Load).
2. Shipping Methods for FBA
Sea Freight
Ideal for larger shipments and bulk goods, sea freight is the most cost-effective shipping option. Though slower, it offers the best value for non-urgent deliveries.
Air Freight
Fast and efficient, air freight is perfect for urgent orders and smaller shipments that need to reach Amazon FBA warehouses quickly.
3. Additional Services Provided by ShangHai
ShangHai goes beyond basic shipping to ensure that your goods meet Amazon’s standards and are delivered without issues.
Labeling
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We handle printing and applying FNSKU or other necessary labels to ensure compliance with Amazon’s labeling requirements.
Quality Inspection
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Our quality control team ensures that all your products meet Amazon’s strict quality standards before shipping to the FBA warehouse.
Cargo Insurance
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We provide cargo insurance to protect your goods during transit, giving you peace of mind in case of damage or loss.
Packaging
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ShangHai offers professional repackaging services, ensuring your products are secure and compliant with Amazon’s packing guidelines.
Loading Inspection
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Before shipment, we conduct a thorough inspection to ensure that your goods are securely packed and ready for transport.
4. FBA Freight Forwarding Process with ShangHai
ShangHai offers a streamlined process for managing FBA shipments:
Shipment Handling: After selecting suppliers, we coordinate the transport of your goods to Amazon's FBA center, ensuring everything arrives on time and in perfect condition.
Packing & Labeling: We carefully pack and label each product in compliance with Amazon's detailed guidelines to avoid any delays or rejections at fulfillment centers.
Cost Breakdown: We provide clear, transparent cost breakdowns based on several factors:
- Carrier charges (sea or air)
- Container costs (FCL or LCL)
- Cargo type (perishable, hazardous, etc.)
- Volume and weight
- Packaging and palletization
- Insurance and documentation fees
5. Key FBA Requirements
Amazon has strict guidelines for shipping products to their fulfillment centers. Here's what you need to know:
- Packing and Labeling: Each product must have a unique barcode and label (FNSKU) on the boxes and pallets. These labels must be legible and meet Amazon's specifications.
- Shipping to the Correct Fulfillment Center: Goods must be sent to the correct Amazon warehouse as indicated in the shipment plan.
- FBA Shipping Time: After arrival at an FBA center, it typically takes 1-3 days for Amazon to process the shipment and make it available for sale. However, oversized or bulk shipments may take longer.
6. FBA for Non-Amazon Sales
Amazon FBA isn't just for Amazon sales. You can use FBA to store inventory and fulfill orders from other eCommerce platforms like eBay and Walmart. This option saves time and simplifies logistics by allowing Amazon to handle your fulfillment needs across multiple sales channels.
7. Shipping from China to Amazon FBA
When shipping from China to Amazon FBA warehouses, you can choose from several options:
- Air Freight: Ideal for urgent orders that require fast delivery.
- Sea Freight: Best for large, non-urgent shipments, offering better cost-efficiency.
- Rail and Road: These methods may be applicable depending on your destination.
If you prefer not to handle everything yourself, ShangHai can assist with the entire shipping process, including packing, labeling, and sending your goods directly to Amazon's fulfillment centers.
8. Required Documents for FBA
To get started with FBA, you'll need the following documents:
- Proof of identity (e.g., ID or driver's license)
- Verified bank account and proof of address
- Business registration details, tax information (e.g., PAN and GST), and contact details
These documents are necessary to set up your Amazon Seller Central account and enroll in FBA.
9. FBA Fees and Costs
Amazon FBA incurs various fees related to storage, shipping, and fulfillment. These include:
- Storage fees: for goods stored at Amazon's fulfillment centers.
- Shipping fees: for transporting your goods to Amazon's warehouse.
- Fulfillment fees: for picking, packing, and shipping your orders.
We recommend consulting with ShangHai for a clearer understanding of these costs and how to optimize your shipping process.
10. Incoterms for FBA Freight
It's important to use the right Incoterms (e.g., EXW – Ex Works, or FOB – Free on Board) when shipping to Amazon's fulfillment centers. These terms define your responsibilities in the shipping process and ensure that you cover all shipping costs.
11. Using FBA for eBay and Other Platforms
Even if you're not selling on Amazon, you can still use Amazon FBA. Set up a Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF) account and use Amazon's storage, packaging, and shipping services to fulfill orders from platforms like eBay or Walmart.
12. Disadvantages of FBA
While Amazon FBA offers many benefits, there are some limitations:
- Inventory Management: Amazon charges storage fees, so you'll need to manage inventory carefully to avoid high costs.
- Packaging and Labeling Costs: While Amazon offers these services, it may be more cost-effective to handle them yourself or pay Amazon to manage them.
- Mixed Inventory: Your products may be stored with those of other sellers, which could affect quality control.
- Sales Tax Compliance: With multiple fulfillment centers, tracking inventory can complicate tax compliance.
Why Choose ShangHai’s FBA Services?
ShangHai stands out as a trusted logistics partner for Amazon FBA sellers because we offer:
- Expert packaging and labeling services that meet Amazon’s requirements.
- Streamlined logistics for FBA shipments.
- Competitive shipping rates for air and sea freight.
- Comprehensive documentation and compliance support.
- Cargo insurance and quality control to ensure your goods arrive safely.