Inbound planning guide
Amazon FBA Freight Forwarding from China
An Amazon FBA inbound move connects factory readiness, product preparation, freight, customs and an appointment-based destination. Each handoff should be checked against the current shipment plan.
Content reviewed: 20 August 2026. Amazon requirements can change; verify the current seller-account instructions before dispatch.Start from the shipment plan
Confirm destination, carton count, box dimensions, weights, SKU quantities and required labels. Recheck the plan if quantities or packaging change before pickup.
Prepare cartons and products
Define product labels, carton labels, packing rules, bundle or polybag work and any inspection evidence. Record who approves the completed preparation.
Plan customs and delivery
State the importer and customs scope, then confirm how delivery appointments, palletization, proof of delivery and rejected or delayed loads are handled.
Keep an exception file
Store the approved plan, labels, packing list, invoice, photos, booking details and delivery evidence together. Assign ownership for discrepancies, relabeling and refused appointments.
Questions to confirm before booking
These answers are planning guidance. The dated proposal and signed agreement define the actual service scope.
What needs to be ready before a China-to-Amazon FBA shipment moves?
Confirm the current shipment plan, SKU quantities, carton dimensions and weights, product and carton labels, preparation work, customs scope, appointment process and the evidence required if a delivery is delayed or refused.
Why keep one exception file for an FBA inbound move?
Packing lists, invoices, labels, photographs, booking details and delivery evidence make it easier to trace discrepancies or relabeling needs. The plan should name the owner and cost basis for each exception before dispatch.