FBA Prep & Inventory Management

Our FBA Management Services

Comprehensive logistics solutions to keep your inventory compliant and profitable

Precision Prep & Labeling

Based on Amazon's strict packaging requirements, we ensure your inventory is "Receive-Ready" before it ever leaves the supplier.

FNSKU Relabeling
Safety Compliance
Pallet & Box Audit

Removal & Disposal Orders

Don't let dead stock eat up your storage limits. We actively manage your unfulfillable inventory.

Strategic Removals
Timeline Planning

Returns Processing & Grading

Returns are inevitable, but losses shouldn't be. We monitor and optimize your return process.

Sellable vs. Unsellable
Refurbishment Analysis

FBA Liquidations

Instead of paying Amazon to destroy your excess inventory, we use FBA Liquidations to recover capital.

Value Recovery
Avoid Total Loss

Detailed Service Breakdown

FNSKU Relabeling

We ensure every unit has the correct Amazon barcode (FNSKU) to prevent your stock from getting mixed up with other sellers.

Safety Compliance

We handle poly-bagging with suffocation warnings and bubble wrapping for fragile items to meet Amazon's safety standards.

Pallet & Box Audit

We check your shipment against Amazon's weight and dimension limits so carriers accept your pallets without delay.

Strategic Removals

To avoid expensive "Aged Inventory Surcharges," we initiate removal orders to send slow-moving stock back to a warehouse before fees kick in.

Timeline Planning

Removal orders can take 14 to 30 days. We plan these in advance so you aren't charged storage fees while waiting for Amazon to process the request.

Sellable vs. Unsellable

We monitor your returns reports. If Amazon marks an item as "Customer Damaged" but it is actually fine, we fight for reimbursement.

Refurbishment

For high-value items, we analyze if using Amazon's FBA Repackaging service is profitable for you.

Value Recovery

We help you recover a portion of your inventory cost by selling to wholesale liquidators through Amazon, avoiding removal fees and total loss.

How Shiftur Optimizes Your Logistics Costs

We don't just ship boxes; we protect your profit margins. Here's exactly how we help you save money:

Avoiding the "Unplanned Prep Fee" Trap

Amazon is very strict. If your supplier forgets a label, uses the wrong box type, or forgets to put a "Suffocation Warning" on a poly bag, Amazon will do the work for you. But they will charge you a very high penalty fee called an "Unplanned Prep Fee."

How Shiftur Helps: We double-check everything before it reaches Amazon. We make sure every label is correct and every bag is compliant, so you pay $0 in penalty fines.

Reducing Shipping Costs with Smart Shipment Splits

Amazon recently introduced a new "Inbound Placement Service Fee." If you send all your stock to just one warehouse, Amazon charges you extra.

How Shiftur Helps: We do the math for you. We analyze if it is cheaper to pay the fee or to split your shipment into 3 or 4 different parts (Amazon-Optimized Splits). By sending stock to multiple locations, we can often waive the placement fee entirely, saving you hundreds of dollars per shipment.

Fixing Wrong Product Measurements (Cubiscan Audits)

Sometimes, Amazon's laser scanner (Cubiscan) measures your product incorrectly. If they say your box is 0.5 inches bigger than it actually is, you might get pushed into a more expensive "Size Tier." This means you pay extra FBA fees on every single sale.

How Shiftur Helps: We monitor your fees constantly. If we see a mistake, we open a case with Amazon, prove the real dimensions, and get them to reimburse you for the overcharged fees.

Faster Check-In with Accurate Box Content

Time is money. If Amazon doesn't know exactly what is inside each box, they will put your stock aside for manual counting, which can delay your sales by weeks.

How Shiftur Helps: We provide Amazon with precise "Box Level Detail" (using 2D barcodes or file uploads). This tells Amazon exactly which color and size is in which box, allowing your inventory to go live for sale much faster.

Recovering Money for Lost Inventory

Amazon handles millions of items, and sometimes they lose yours. A warehouse worker might drop an item, or a box might disappear during check-in.

How Shiftur Helps: We track every single unit you ship. If Amazon says they received 95 units but you sent 100, we file a claim and make sure Amazon pays you for those 5 missing units.

Frequently Asked Questions

My supplier says they can label my products. Why should I use Shiftur instead?

This is a common mistake. Suppliers are great at manufacturing, but they are not experts in Amazon's strict logistics rules. They often print unreadable barcodes or use low-quality boxes that get crushed. If Amazon rejects the shipment, you have to pay to bring it back and ship it again. Shiftur acts as your expert quality check to ensure everything is perfect the first time.

What is the difference between an FNSKU and a UPC? Which one should I use?

A UPC is a generic barcode found on retail products. An FNSKU is a unique Amazon barcode specific to your seller account. We strongly recommend using FNSKU. If you use a UPC, Amazon might mix (commingle) your inventory with other sellers. If another seller sends fake products, your customer might receive a fake one, and your account could get banned. FNSKU keeps your stock separate and safe.

How long does it take to remove stock from Amazon if it isn't selling?

If you create a Removal Order to send stock back to a warehouse, Amazon usually takes about 14 business days to process it. However, during busy times like Black Friday or Christmas, this can take up to 30 business days or more. Shiftur plans these removals early so you don't keep paying storage fees while waiting for Amazon.

My product is made of glass. What special prep does it need?

Amazon has a "Drop Test" rule. Your product must be able to fall from 3 feet onto a hard floor without breaking. If it breaks, Amazon will reject it. Shiftur ensures your fragile items are wrapped in thick bubble wrap (usually 6-sided protection) and labeled with "Fragile" stickers so they pass the test and arrive safely to the customer.

What happens if my FBA shipment weighs more than 50 lbs?

Amazon has a strict safety rule: standard boxes cannot weigh more than 50 lbs. If a box is heavier, it might be rejected, or you could be fined. If a single unit weighs more than 50 lbs, we must apply "Team Lift" safety labels on the top and sides of the box. Shiftur checks all weights before shipping to ensure compliance.

Can you help me if my listing shows "Stranded Inventory"?

Yes! "Stranded Inventory" is a nightmare—it means your stock is sitting in Amazon's warehouse, paying storage fees, but customers cannot buy it because the listing is broken. Shiftur checks your account daily. We identify the error (usually a pricing issue or missing info) and fix it immediately so your sales can start again.

Amazon wants to destroy my unsold inventory. Can I get any money back?

Yes, you don't have to destroy it. We can help you use the FBA Liquidations program. Instead of paying Amazon to throw your stock away, Amazon finds a wholesale buyer for your items. You won't get the full price, but you will recover about 5-10% of the value, which is much better than a total loss.

Which products require a poly-bag (plastic bag)?

Amazon requires poly-bags for three main types of products: Liquids/Powders (to prevent leaking), Plush/Fabric (to keep dust away), and Small loose items (to keep them together). Shiftur ensures we use bags that have the required "Suffocation Warning" printed on them, which is a legal requirement.