Amazon FBA Barcodes: A Guide for Sellers

1. Amazon FBA Barcodes: A Guide for Sellers Barcodes are essential for Amazon FBA, streamlining fulfillment and ensuring accurate inventory management. This presentation will guide you through the different types of barcodes, their uses, and best practices for applying them.

2. Types of Barcodes Manufacturer Barcodes Amazon Barcodes (FNSKUs) Transparency Barcodes Manufacturer barcodes are the type of barcode Amazon uses by default, and these will track inventory through the fulfillment process unless you change your barcode setting. When more than one seller has inventory with the same manufacturer and with the same manufacturer barcode, Amazon may fulfill orders with the inventory stored closest to the customer for faster delivery. must be applied to products that meet the following conditions: Transparency barcodes are created by Transparency: Amazon’s item-level authentication service. These codes appear on sticker labels that help protect brand owners and customers from counterfeiting. Transparency codes are accompanied by the service’s “T” logo and must not cover or be covered by any other label. They aren’t tracked via the manufacturer barcode; They’re in used condition; They don’t have a scannable UPC, EAN, JAN, or ISBN; They’re media products; They're a restricted or dangerous goods; They’re a consumable or topical product (such as a baby or infant product).

3. Proper way to label your products Label Placement Label Requirements Place barcodes on a smooth, flat surface, avoiding corners or edges. If additional packaging is required, place the label on the outside. Use correctly sized blank labels, a laser printer, non-reflective paper, black ink, and a print resolution of at least 300 DPI. Label Content Include a scannable barcode, FNSKU or corresponding barcode number, product title, and condition (new or used).

4. Labeling Tips Labels should include a scannable barcode, a number corresponding to the barcode( such as a FNSKU), a product title, and a product condition stating new or used. Make sure to use the product’s title and condition to match labels with the correct units. If you have issue finding a match, generate a packing list to match FNSKUs with corresponding products. Amazon doesn’t accept damaged or photocopied labels. 1 2 3 You’ll need to clearly place labels on a smooth service of your product, avoiding corners, edges, and curves. If your product doesn’t need extra packaging, cover any original barcodes (like UPCs, EANs, or ISBNS). If your product requires extra packaging (such as bubble wrap or other protection), add labels on the outside so they’re easily scannable at fulfillment centers. 4 5

5. Importance of Accurate Labeling Efficient Processing Customer Satisfaction 1 2 Clear and accurate labeling ensures smooth and efficient processing of your shipments. Proper labeling minimizes errors, leading to timely delivery of the correct products and higher customer satisfaction. Inventory Integrity 3 Accurate barcode management maintains the integrity of your inventory and ensures prompt and accurate fulfillment.

6. Avoiding Common Labeling Mistakes Damaged Labels 1 Avoid using damaged, photocopied, or improperly printed labels. Incorrect Placement 2 Place barcodes on a smooth, flat surface, avoiding corners, edges, and curves. Covered Barcodes 3 Ensure that barcodes are not covered by other labels, especially Transparency barcodes.

7. Key Takeaways Accuracy 1 2 Efficiency 3 Customer Satisfaction By following these guidelines and ensuring your barcodes are applied correctly, you can improve the accuracy and speed of your Amazon FBA shipments. Proper barcode management is essential to maintaining the integrity of your inventory and ensuring that your products are fulfilled promptly and accurately.