A China-to-FBA forwarder needs more than a pickup address. Sellers should provide shipment ID, FBA labels, carton data, product description, commercial invoice, packing list, customs assumptions, and delivery requirements. Missing information can cause warehouse refusal, storage fees, or customs delays.
Use this checklist before cargo leaves the supplier.
FBA delivery data
- Shipment ID and fulfillment center destination.
- FNSKU labels and carton labels.
- Carton count, dimensions, gross weight, and quantity per carton.
- Delivery appointment or carrier requirement.
- Proof of label placement on real cartons.
For delivery appointment problems, read FBA delivery appointment failed. DDPexpert’s freight forwarder from China guide explains how to compare logistics partners.
Customs and document checks
- Confirm DDP, DAP, FOB, or EXW.
- Confirm importer of record.
- Prepare invoice and packing list.
- Confirm HS code, declared value, duty, and tax handling.
- Ask who pays if customs requests more documents.
Before pickup
Make sure product inspection, labels, carton data, invoice, packing list, and freight quote all match. The forwarder should not collect goods while quality or document questions remain open.
For non-resident FBA shipping, use the Japan and UK FBA IOR checklist. DDPexpert’s pre-shipment inspection guide supports the quality side.
Final recommendation
Before handing goods to an FBA forwarder, confirm shipment ID, labels, carton data, IOR, customs documents, and delivery responsibility. A complete file reduces warehouse and customs surprises.
