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Amazon FBA Prep Services
Navigating Amazon's Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) program can be a game-changer for your brand, offering access to millions of Prime customers and streamlined logistics. But mastering the complexities of FBA requirements takes time and expertise. Non-compliance can generate unnecessary chargebacks, making a strategic partnership with an experienced 3PL even more critical. At Coast to Coast Fulfillment, we specialize in taking the stress out of FBA prep, ensuring your products are Amazon-ready and primed for success.
What is Amazon FBA Prep?
Amazon’s Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) is a service that allows sellers to store their products in Amazon’s fulfillment centers, where Amazon handles all aspects of order fulfillment, including storage, packaging, shipping, and even customer service. When a customer places an order, Amazon picks, packs, and ships the product directly to the buyer, often with the benefit of Prime shipping.
FBA Prep involves preparing products to meet Amazon’s specific requirements before they can be sent to Amazon’s fulfillment centers. This process includes tasks like labeling, packaging, bundling, and ensuring the products are compliant with Amazon’s strict guidelines for inventory. Proper FBA Prep is crucial because it ensures that products are correctly handled, efficiently processed, and ready for Amazon to fulfill orders on behalf of the seller, reducing the risk of delays, penalties, or inventory issues.
Our Amazon FBA Prep Services
At Coast to Coast Fulfillment, we offer a full suite of FBA Prep services tailored to meet the unique needs of your business.
Product Inspection
We can meticulously inspect each item to ensure it meets Amazon’s quality standards, helping to reduce the risk of returns and negative feedback
Labeling
We handle all labeling requirements, including SKU labels, to ensure compliance with Amazon’s guidelines
Poly Bagging and Packaging
Our team ensures that your products are properly packaged according to Amazon’s requirements, including poly bagging, bubble wrapping, and securing items for safe transit
Kitting and Assembly
If you’re selling multi-piece sets or bundles, we’ll assemble them according to your specifications, ensuring they’re ready for Amazon’s fulfillment centers
Repackaging
If your products require repackaging to meet Amazon’s standards, we provide professional repackaging services to ensure everything is compliant and protected
Shipment Preparation
We prepare your inventory for shipment to Amazon’s fulfillment centers, ensuring all documentation, labeling, and packaging meet Amazon’s requirements
Why Choose Coast to Coast Fulfillment for Amazon FBA Prep?
Choosing Coast to Coast Fulfillment as your FBA Prep partner means you’re working with a team that understands the intricacies of selling on Amazon. Our FBA Prep services are designed to save you time, reduce errors, and ensure your products are always ready for fulfillment. Here’s why sellers trust us:
Expertise in Compliance
With years of experience in wholesale and B2B fulfillment, we know Amazon’s requirements inside and out, ensuring your products are prepared correctly the first time.
Efficiency and Time Savings
Preparing products for FBA can be time-consuming, especially as your business grows. Outsourcing to a 3PL allows your team to focus on core business activities like product development and marketing, while the 3PL handles the intricate details of FBA Prep.
Cost-Effective Scaling
Whether you’re a small seller or a large brand, our services scale with your needs, providing the flexibility to handle fluctuating inventory levels and seasonal demands.
Reduced Risk
By outsourcing FBA Prep to a specialized provider like Coast to Coast Fulfillment, you minimize risk of non-compliance, damaged goods, or inventory mismanagement, ensuring that your products are always ready for Amazon’s fulfillment centers.
How it Works
Prepped, Packed, and Prime-Ready
Getting your products Amazon-ready is easy with our streamlined FBA Prep process. We handle everything from inspection to labeling, ensuring your inventory meets Amazon’s strict requirements. With our expertise, you can focus on growing your business while we take care of the details to make sure your products are prepped and primed for success.
1. We Pick
Based on your order specifications, our warehouse will pick the necessary items to fill your order.
2. We Prep, Prime, and Pack
Our team prepares your products according to Amazon’s strict guidelines, including SKU labels, polybagging, bundling, and more. Once labeled and prepped, we securely pack your products to meet Amazon’s requirements for weight, dimensions, and packing standards.
3. We Ship
From there, packages are shipped to Amazon’s distribution centers.
Our services
Fulfillment Solutions Built for Growth
ORDER PROCESSING
Efficient order processing ensures accuracy and timely D2C and B2B fulfillment, guaranteeing seamless operations
ltl and transportation management
Our transportation management services redefine just-in-time delivery - we’ll set up and book the most cost-efficient carrier for you using our negotiated rates
inventory management
Advanced technical systems providing real-time inventory and stock management
ERP and Shopping Cart Integration
No matter what internal platform your company uses, our warehouse management system (WMS) has the potential to seamlessly integrate with it
pick and pack services
Accurate and timely pick and pack, with bandwidth to scale up to handle seasonal demands
Kitting and Bundling
Refresh your inventory by creating unique offerings
expiration date tracking
Meticulous management of expiration dates, ensuring the right products are sent out at the right time
EDI COMPLIANCE
Offering end-to-end solutions, handling all of your EDI integration needs