Avoid costly rejections, returns, and storage fees
I. Non-Negotiable Product-Level Requirements
1. Barcodes & Labels
- FNSKU Labels: Must cover 100% of original manufacturer barcodes (even tiny ones!).
- Print Quality: 300 DPI minimum. Test with thermal printer (not inkjet – smudges fail).
- Size: 51×25 mm minimum. Critical for small items like erasers.
- Yiwu Hack: Demand pre-labeled products from suppliers (saves $0.05/unit vs. 3PL labeling).
2. Polybagging
- When Required: Items <18″ with loose parts (pencil sharpeners, ruler sets).
- Specs:
✓ Thickness: 1.5 mil+ (demand mill test report)
✓ Suffocation Warning: Red “❗” icon + 9 languages (font size ≥ 10pt) - Cheap Fail: Yiwu suppliers use 1.0 mil bags → tears during transit → *$4.50/unit disposal fee*
3. Safety & Compliance
- Age Warning: “CHOKING HAZARD” for small parts (test with choke tube 3.17cm)
- Country of Origin: “Made in China” must be permanently marked (not sticker)
- FCC/CE: For electronic stationery (e.g., USB pencil sharpeners)
II. Carton Preparation Rules
1. Box Specifications
| Parameter | Requirement | Failure Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | ≤22.7kg (50 lbs) | $25 rejection fee |
| Dimensions | No side >63.5cm (25″) | Carton remix: $40/box |
| Material | B-flute corrugated only | Product damage claims |
2. Label Placement
- Shipment ID: 1 label on top center + 1 on long side
- Avoid: Taping over barcodes or box seams → scanning failure
3. Carton Content Rules
- Mixed SKUs: Allowed ONLY with Case Packed (identical ASINs per box)
- Maximum Units: ≤150 units for small items (e.g., pencils); ≤75 for bulky items
III. Yiwu-Specific Execution Tactics
1. Supplier Briefing Script
“Wǒ xūyào suǒyǒu chǎnpǐn dài FNSKU biāoqiān, bìng fùgài yuán shēngchǎn biāo. Tuōpán bìxū yǒu ‘Made in China’ kèyìn. Sòng huò qián fā ASN gěi wǒ.”
(我需要所有产品带FNSKU标签，并覆盖原生产标。托盘必须有’Made in China’刻印。送货前发ASN给我。)
(Translation: All products must have FNSKU labels covering original codes. Pallets must have ‘Made in China’ embossed. Send ASN before delivery.)
2. Quality Control Protocol
- Barcode Test: Scan 10% of units with Amazon Seller App → must show “Fulfillable”
- Drop Test: 1m fall onto concrete → polybags shouldn’t tear
- Ink Rub Test: Rub “Made in China” marking 10x with alcohol cloth → must not fade
3. Cost-Saving Packaging Swaps
| Standard Item | Amazon-Compliant Alternative | Savings |
|---|---|---|
| Plastic clamshell | Foldable cardboard tray | $0.22/unit |
| PVC pencil case | Recycled PET box | $0.15/unit |
| Foam inserts | Honeycomb paper padding | $0.08/unit |
IV. Logistics & Shipping Musts
1. Shipment ID Rules
- Format: FBAXXXXX (unique per shipment)
- Deadline: Create in Seller Central BEFORE cargo leaves Yiwu
2. Pallet Specifications
- EU/US: 4-way pallets (no softwood! ISPM 15 stamped)
- Height: ≤1.8m (including pallet)
- Weight: ≤500kg
3. Critical Documents
- Commercial Invoice: Must show FBA shipment ID
- FBA Box Content List: Per-box SKU quantities (Amazon rejects discrepancies)
V. Penalty-Proof Your Shipment
Top 5 Rejection Reasons & Fixes
- “Unscannable FNSKU” → Use Brother QL-1110NWB thermal printer
- “Polybag thickness fail” → Order 2.0 mil bags from Yiwu Jinhua Plastic (WeChat: JHPack2)
- “Mixed SKUs in carton” → Audit 1st production carton with live video call
- “No suffocation warning” → Provide suppliers with print-ready file
- “Pallets over 1.8m” → Stack max 1.5m + 30cm pallet
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