PackagingJanuary 2026
Packaging — FBA Carton & Labeling Checklist (NSKU, Case Pack, Warnings)
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TL;DR
- Define carton marking, case pack rules, barcode placement.
- Suffocation warnings and master carton specs before production.
Amazon inbound mistakes = delays, relabel costs, returns spikes. Get your carton and label specs right from day one.
Why This Matters
FBA is unforgiving. A scan failure or wrong box size means expensive prep fees or rejection. The supplier needs a strict diagram.
What to ask suppliers
- Q1Can you follow an exact label placement diagram?
- Q2Do you have barcode print QC (scan test)?
- Q3Can you provide carton drop test evidence?
Red Flags
- “We print labels for you” but no scan test process
- No case pack discipline (mixed SKUs)
- Carton strength spec not defined
Step-by-Step Verification Checklist
- 1NSKU/FNSKU barcode size + quiet zone
- 2Placement diagram (unit + carton)
- 3Case pack qty fixed (no mixed)
- 4Suffocation warning (if polybag)
- 5Country of origin marking
- 6Carton spec: size, weight limit, ECT/BCT
- 7Inner packaging protection spec
- 8Carton sealing method + tape width
- 9Drop test requirement (ISTA 1A or simple 6-face)
- 10Photo proof before ship
Supplier Message Template
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Please confirm you can follow: barcode placement + case pack + carton marking. Send 3 photos of sample labels scanned successfully.
What to send me to start
- Amazon/FBA requirements (labels/dims)
- SKU list
- Target case pack
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