Import into the EU:
Amazon FBA
While perusing the internet for new e-commerce solutions, you have probably already stumbled upon the term FBA. This abbreviation stands for “Fulfillment by Amazon” and is of great importance if you plan on selling your products in the world’s most frequented online shop. By using the option FBA, Amazon handles the processing of shipments and returns.
FBA as purchasing incentive for your customers
In Germany, Amazon gains approximately 450 million visitors per month. This distribution channel is highly lucrative for business owners of all industries. The high visitor count leads to a significantly increased reach. Before starting your own shop on Amazon, you should decide whether you want to handle the distribution of your goods yourself or use a dropshipping agent.
Another profitable way of organizing your logistics is through fee-based FBA service. Upon choosing this distribution method, you place the shipping and return process into the hands of Amazon. Making use of this service is optional. However, the pull and the positive impact the label “shipped by Amazon” has on the consumers is undeniable.
If your goods are sold via FBA, they will be highlighted in the search results and shown to visitors across Europe. Prospects are more likely to buy your products, as the purchasing process is simple and returning is free. With Amazon’s service, organic growth is within reach.
These product types
benefit the most from FBA
Handing over the complete shipment process to Amazon comes with a fee. The digital platform takes three aspects of the product into account to calculate the costs for the FBA service:
- Weight
- Dimensions
- Characteristics
If you’re selling heavy and bulky goods, you will be charged a higher fee. A good solution is to only use this service for a designated part of your product range. Small, lightweight goods are a perfect choice. As for your other products, you can distribute them through Amazon without using the FBA option or via your own online shop.
Additionally, the fulfilment service by Amazon is beneficial for products with a high return rate. The most common examples are clothing, shoes, and accessories. Using FBA, you won’t have to organize the receipt, the examination, and the refund of the returned goods.
Start your own shop on
Amazon with us
In order for you to use the FBA service, your goods will have to be transported from the manufacturing company in Asia to one of Amazon’s logistics centres. This is where our special import service comes into play.
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Comprehensive preparation
of the import formalities
Our local expert team in Asia makes sure that your products can clear customs and reach Amazon’s logistics centre undisturbed. Your goods will be packed safely, along with all the documents needed for import. Feel free to make use of our optional service: we mark your products with Amazon’s label to facilitate the logistics process.
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Seamless transport to
Amazon's warehouse
We will ensure a safe and timely delivery of your goods to the logistics centre of Amazon. This is crucial, as the world’s biggest online retailer sets strict requirements regarding customer satisfaction. Therefore, distributors with delayed or damaged goods are often penalized. With us, you won’t have to worry about these issues.
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Open communication
throughout the transport
With us by your side, you will never lose track of your consignment. We monitor the transport process closely and keep you up to date about its status until your goods arrive at Amazon’s logistics centre. We follow a proactive approach, where you will be automatically notified in the unlikely case of force majeure.
PLANNING SECURITY
You communicate the desired quantity and the optimal delivery time; we ensure the fulfilment of your requirements.
PACKAGING
We help you with the proper packaging and labelling of your goods in accordance with the guidelines of the FBA service.
DELIVERY TIME
Our experiences allow us to transport your goods to Amazon’s logistics centre in consideration of the desired delivery date.
HOLISTIC SERVICE
With our full-service approach, we cover every step of the import from Asia to Europe.
We’re happy to advise you!
Our team will help you clarify all the details and find the best solution for you.