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In the past decade, the e-commerce industry has increased growth rapidly and international trade has become more frequent. E-commerce already become the go-to choice for many entrepreneurs to do business.
Based on the latest data, Amazon, as the industry leader, recorded $325 billion in sales in 2024. Here is a comparison, the second-largest platform, eBay, only made $35 billion. In addition, China, as the world's factory, continues to provide highly competitive products in both price and quality.
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If you're not sourcing products from China to sell on Amazon FBA, you're missing out on a significant portion of the e-commerce pie. So, let’s take a closer look at the ultimate guide of shipping from China to Amazon FBA in 2025. Through this guide, I promise that you will get valuable insights to simplify the entire process. Let’s get started!
Why Ship Goods from China to Amazon FBA?
First of all, why should you ship products from China to Amazon FBA? As mentioned earlier, shipping from China to Amazon FBA has significant advantages. The main is that provides cost-effectiveness and efficiency for online sellers. China is the world's largest manufacturing hub, offering highly competitive prices and quality products across all industries from electronics to home decor. If you decide to source products from China, you can significantly reduce the operational costs of your Amazon store and also offer competitive pricing on your products.
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Amazon FBA also offers a comprehensive logistics solution. This system allows sellers to enjoy the distribution network from Amazon, including storage, packaging, shipping, and customer service. This service not only can simplify your processes but also enhance your operational speed. You can get a competitive edge in the marketplace with Amazon FBA. If you want to know more about Amazon FBA, you can read the previous blog-Five Key Points Every Amazon FBA Seller Should Know.
Three Ways to Ship from China to Amazon FBA
Amazon FBA system is so perfect that it has to make some requirements on the products provided by sellers. Amazon requires FBA sellers to present their inventory packed and labeled in a very specific way. For this reason, you must be prepared in advance when purchasing in China and choose a suitable shipping way. There are three common methods.
Ship Directly from China to Amazon
This is one of the simplest ways. Your Chinese supplier will ship the products directly to Amazon’s warehouse. But this method requires clear communication with your supplier to ensure the products meet Amazon FBA shipping, packaging, and labeling requirements. If not, your shipment may be rejected by Amazon leading to additional handling fees and unnecessary delays. So this way may not be a perfect choice for beginners.
Ship to Yourself, Then to Amazon
Secondly, this is more traditional. This way first ship the products to your warehouse, then send them to Amazon. This allows you a chance to inspect the packaging and labels personally to ensure they comply with the standards of Amazon. However, if you’re dealing with large orders or need greater flexibility with inventory management. This method will create a problem that leads to stock management issues.
Use a Third-Party Logistics Provider (3PL)
This way is ideal for sellers who do not want to manage logistics in person. A reliable 3PL company can quickly fulfill your products to Amazon while ensuring that everything meets requirements. Many 3PL companies have established partnerships with Amazon and are well-versed in the FBA process. So they can offer a highly effective service.
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How to Choose the Best Transportation Tool?
The above is the choice of transportation way. After that, you also need to consider the choice of transportation tools. But how to choose the best transportation tool? It is not necessarily the fastest or the most expensive. You need to choose the most suitable transportation tool according to your business needs and product characteristics. Of course, the conventional transportation tools are still these three: express shipping, ocean freight, and air freight.
Express Shipping
Express shipping is the most convenient method, which offers a door-to-door solution. If you choose express delivery, the courier will help you with any work you need, such as customs clearance procedures for goods export, import procedures, etc. This way can deliver the goods to you from anywhere at the fastest speed(2-4 days). Note: UPS has a more efficient distribution network in the U.S., while DHL is dominant in Europe. It is important to choose what kind of tool is in what place.
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Ocean Freight
Ocean freight is the most economical choice for large and bulky goods, typically suited for products that are not time-sensitive. The shipments of ocean freight usually weigh over 100kg, with transport times ranging from 30 to 40 days. Despite the slower speed, ocean freight remains the most popular option for Amazon FBA sellers. Because it can meet Amazon warehouse requirements while reducing shipping costs.
Air Freight
Generally speaking, when you have high requirements for transportation time, air transportation is the most suitable choice.
It offers faster delivery than ocean freight, typically within 10 days. If you approaching a major holiday like St. Patrick's Day coming soon, and forgot to place your order 30 days in advance, air freight can be a good option to ensure timely delivery. If you do not know what products to buy for St. Patrick's Day, this blog(Best Wholesale Products to Sell on St. Patrick's Day 2025) can provide you with some information.
What to Cross-Check Before Shipping?
No matter which way you choose, you must check the product before shipping. Although your supplier or TPL company may help, but you'd better understand them. More than ten years of experience tells me that these four factors must be checked before shipping to avoid unnecessary problems. Once there is a problem with one factor, it will cause a lot of unnecessary trouble.
Product Quality
Regardless of what e-commerce platform you sell, your product quality must meet standard requirements. This includes durability, safety, legality, etc.
Packaging
Amazon has strict packaging requirements, and it’s one of the reasons why they remain dominant in the e-commerce space. You must follow the packaging box types and materials specified by Amazon and ensure they are intact during transportation. Of course, products that do not meet the packaging requirements will be returned by Amazon.
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Labeling
You should ensure each product has the right barcode (FNSKU or ASIN). Here is the good news you do not worry too much, most Chinese suppliers are familiar with this process and will handle it for you. However, if you are still unsure, the TPL companies or Amazon FBA agents can double-check this for you.
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Shipping Time
Shipping time is often a key factor in product sales. Many products are time-effective, such as seasonal or holiday products. Once the holiday passes, these products may experience a significant drop in sales. So you should plan backward from your product launch date to choose the right shipping method and ensure timely delivery.
Steps to Ship from China to Amazon FBA
Once you have done all of this, you can learn how to ship products to Amazon FBA. It is actually very simple, let me show you through the short process.
1. Choose your product supplier.
2. Negotiate prices and terms with your supplier.
3. Ensure product quality meets Amazon’s standards.
4. Select the best shipping method.
5. Prepare for shipping, including packaging, labeling, and barcodes.
6. Ship your products to Amazon fulfillment center.
7. Track your shipment to ensure everything goes according to plan.
8. Confirm Amazon has received and stocked your products.
How to Simplify the Process?
If you are a beginner in the e-commerce space or unfamiliar with China. And you think that the above methods are not suitable for you, I guess you need to find an Amazon FBA agent to help you do these tasks. EJET Procurement is a great option. With 10+ years of experience in sourcing, EJET specializes in Amazon FBA Prep services. This service can ensure your products are prepared and packaged meeting Amazon guidelines, helping to avoid delays and penalties. Partnering with us is a cost-effective and high-quality solution that simplifies the process for you.
Last Words
Shipping from China to Amazon FBA does not have to be a complicated or daunting process. By understanding your shipping options and carefully planning your logistics, you can streamline the process effectively. We hope this blog can help you navigate the complexities of FBA in 2025.
You can stay ahead of the competition through focusing on quality, speed, and efficiency in the crowded Amazon FBA market. If you are looking for a reliable Amazon FBA agent or Chinese sourcing agent, feel free to contact EJET. Please submit the form! Our FBA experts will provide you with 24/7 services.
