Question about shipping products on a pallet to FC without cartons
Hi there,
I did some research regarding this and I narrowed it down to 2 solutions. I just wanted to confirm this with you guys that have experience with this sort of thing, to figure out the correct approach.
If we want to ship goods on a pallet, let’s say they come in plastic buckets. But they aren’t packed in cartons/boxes.
Which of the following is the correct approach?
1: If you wanted to ship items on a pallet but without outside boxes, each sellable unit would have to be labeled with the Amazon Box label, plus the FNSKU/UPC.
2: You can designate the entire pallet as the box and simply have a Amazon box label on the outside of the pallet showing it contains x-units of the ASIN. Then you put the pallet label alongside it. As long as each sellable unit has a FNSKU/UPC.
Thanks for your time.
Question about shipping products on a pallet to FC without cartons
Hi there,
I did some research regarding this and I narrowed it down to 2 solutions. I just wanted to confirm this with you guys that have experience with this sort of thing, to figure out the correct approach.
If we want to ship goods on a pallet, let’s say they come in plastic buckets. But they aren’t packed in cartons/boxes.
Which of the following is the correct approach?
1: If you wanted to ship items on a pallet but without outside boxes, each sellable unit would have to be labeled with the Amazon Box label, plus the FNSKU/UPC.
2: You can designate the entire pallet as the box and simply have a Amazon box label on the outside of the pallet showing it contains x-units of the ASIN. Then you put the pallet label alongside it. As long as each sellable unit has a FNSKU/UPC.
Thanks for your time.
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Seller_rI7BZIczK8iAC
I think you are confusing the things. But, sorry, to explain it here would take for me ten minutes writing. Go in seller central, write some specific keyword in the search bar and do further research.
P.S. you seem to be a new seller. Are you sure that you will sell a whole pallet in a reasonable time frame? Did you take in count the storage fees?
Dominic_Amazon
Hi @Seller_IEgY2CoW9uR92,
Dominic from Amazon here, happy to help! This help page, Seller requirements for LTL, FTL, and FCL deliveries, should provide some helpful info.
Each box on the pallet must comply with Amazon's shipment packaging requirements.
Assembly: The units on each pallet must all belong to one shipment ID. Place shipping boxes that are intended to be sold together, such as a set, and that weigh more than 100 lb on a single pallet (one sellable unit on each) or clamp them together. Single, non-clampable shipping boxes or units, such as furniture, that weigh more than 100 lb, are more than 80 inches long, or are more than 30 inches wide should be placed on their own pallet.
Weight and height: Total weight of the pallet must not exceed 1,500 lb. Single pallets must not be higher than 72 inches, including the height of the pallet, unless a single unit is taller than 72 inches. A single pallet can be up to 98 inches, including the height of the pallet, if it conforms to the "clampable" instructions outlined in the Floor Loading Policy. A single pallet that is 98 inches will be “squeezed” and split into two pallets by a clamp truck so the units can be received.
Note: Single pallets sent with an Amazon partnered carrier must be no higher than 72 inches on 40 x 48 inch pallets. To maximize freight efficiency, pallets should be stackable and no higher than 100 inches (50 inches per pallet). For more information, see Amazon Partnered Carrier options.
Stacking and wrapping: Stage boxes using only standard pallet stacking requirements. Do not bundle shipping boxes using bags, elastic, or extra straps. The contents must not overhang the pallet edge.
All pallets must be wrapped in clear plastic stretch wrap with a "Do not break stretch wrap" or "Do not break down" note to the carrier. The stretch wrap must completely hold the product to the pallet to prevent shifting during transit. The stretch wrap must not be used to stabilize the load on the pallet; the contents must be stable once the stretch wrap is removed.
Labeling: Every box on the shipment must have a unique shipment ID label that complies with Amazon's shipping label requirements. Wrapped pallets must have FBA pallet labels placed on all four sides on the outside of the stretch wrap.
Loading: The overall height of the pallets must allow 6 inches of clearance from the top of the stack to the roof of the container. Allow for at least 3 inches between pallets and walls while in transit by using air bags to ensure stability, non-metal straps, or a safety net to prevent the load from shifting or falling. Allow for at least 8 inches of clearance from the last row of pallets to container doors to engage a dock leveler.
Please let me know if you have any questions!
Best,
Dominic
Seller_rI7BZIczK8iAC
"ship goods on a pallet, let’s say they come in plastic buckets. But they aren’t packed in cartons/boxes."
This is the difficult thing of your question, How in the world do you want to send a pallet full objects without boxes? I think you have to explain, HOW exactly you think to do it. Because we understood that you will not send it in "plastic buckets".
What do you think @Dominic_Amazon? A whole pallet with loose stuff, organized other than in boxes?
