📦 How to Send Your First Amazon FBA Shipment: A Step-by-Step Guide
Are you ready to take advantage of Amazon's FBA program and send your first shipment? In this guide, we'll take you through the entire process step-by-step, using an example product. There are three main steps involved in sending your first Amazon FBA shipment: preparing your shipment, creating a shipping plan, and scheduling your shipment for collection. Let's break each of these down in detail.
Step 1: Prepare Your Shipment
The first step in preparing your shipment is to print item labels. To do this, go to your inventory, click on the edit button, and then click on print item labels. Choose the number of labels you need to print and select the 27 label template. You can buy this template from Amazon for under 10 pounds. Once you've printed the labels, peel them off and stick them on top of the existing barcode on each unit of your product.
If you're selling a product in a pack of two, you don't have to individually label each product. Simply put them in a poly bag and label the bag with the Amazon barcode. If your product is made of plastic or glass, you'll need to bubble wrap it before putting it in a poly bag.
Once your products are labeled and ready to go, it's time to box them up. You can use any size box as long as it's less than 63.5 centimeters from all dimensions. Measure your box to make sure it's the right size, then close it up and tape it shut.
Step 2: Create a Shipping Plan
To create a shipping plan, go to your inventory and click on send/replenish inventory. Add your ship from address and the number of units you're sending. If your product needs any preparation, such as bubble wrapping, make sure you do that before clicking on "ready to pack." In step 1B, put in the box details and confirm the packaging information. In step 2, choose the date you want to send the product and the carrier you want to use. We recommend using UPS, as they're partnered with Amazon and offer lower shipping costs. Finally, in step 3, print your box labels and schedule your shipment for collection.
Step 3: Schedule Your Shipment for Collection
To schedule your shipment for collection, go to view tracking details and copy the tracking ID. Go to ups.com and schedule a collection, adding your details and package information. Choose the date you want UPS to collect your shipment and confirm the details. Once UPS collects your shipment, they'll take care of the rest.
Congratulations, you've successfully sent your first Amazon FBA shipment! If you have any questions or want to learn more about selling on Amazon, leave a comment below or check out our guide on how to get started.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Amazon FBA offers a convenient way to store and ship your products
- Using Amazon's partnered carrier, UPS, can save you money on shipping costs
- Properly labeling and packaging your products can help prevent damage and lost shipments
Cons:
- Preparing and labeling your products can be time-consuming
- Shipping costs can add up, especially if you're sending multiple shipments
- Amazon's strict guidelines for labeling and packaging can be confusing for beginners
Highlights
- Print item labels and stick them on top of the existing barcode on each unit of your product
- Use any size box as long as it's less than 63.5 centimeters from all dimensions
- Choose UPS as your carrier to save on shipping costs
- Properly label and package your products to prevent damage and lost shipments
FAQ
Q: Do I need to individually label each product if I'm selling them in a pack of two?
A: No, you can put them in a poly bag and label the bag with the Amazon barcode.
Q: What carrier should I use to send my Amazon FBA shipment?
A: We recommend using UPS, as they're partnered with Amazon and offer lower shipping costs.
Q: What should I do if my shipment is lost or damaged?
A: Contact Amazon's customer service to report the issue and request a refund or replacement. Properly labeling and packaging your products can help prevent these issues.
Resources:
- Amazon FBA Bootcamp: Luma event in the description box
- A4 sheet 27 label template: available on Amazon
- Poly bags and bubble wrap: available on the website linked in the description
- Weighing scale: available on Amazon
- Awesome Awesomes and Ecom: accounting and bookkeeping service for Amazon FBA businesses
