Complete Guide for Pallet Deliveries to Amazon FBA (EU UK)

What is Amazon FBA and When Do You Choose Pallet Deliveries?

FBA (Fulfillment by Amazon) is a logistics service where Amazon manages your inventory, processes orders, and handles customer service. Pallet deliveries are often used for:

• Large inventory quantities (bulk sales)
• B2B deliveries or Prime Day supply
• Products that cannot be shipped manually in boxes (e.g., large items)

Overview of Amazon Fulfillment Centers (EU UK)

Amazon has dozens of Fulfillment Centers in Europe. Some well-known locations:

• Germany: FRA1, HAM2, DTM2
• France: LIL1, BVA1
• Poland and Czech Republic: common for pan-EU inventory
• UK: BHX4, MAN2, LCY2

The assigned FC varies per shipment and is automatically determined when creating your shipment plan in Seller Central.

Pallet Requirements and Labeling

Dimensions and Weight

• Maximum height: 180 cm including pallet
• Maximum weight: 500 kg (EU), 1000 kg (UK, unless specified otherwise)

Allowed Pallet Types

• EPAL/EUR pallets: recommended for EU
• 120×100 cm pallets: often required in UK

Labels

• FNSKU labels: on each individual product
• Box labels: automatically generated in Seller Central
• Pallet labels: four per pallet, visible on all sides

Packaging and Stacking

Proper packaging is essential to prevent damage and rejection. Pay attention to:

• Use sturdy, high-quality boxes
• No boxes protruding beyond the pallet perimeter
• Stack boxes stably and evenly
• Use industrial stretch wrap (at least 3 layers)
• Add a “Do Not Break Down” or “Mixed SKU” label on top of each pallet if necessary

Planning Shipments in Seller Central

1. Log in to Seller Central and go to Manage FBA Shipments
2. Select products > click “Send/Replenish Inventory”
3. Choose “Case-packed” or “Individual units”
4. Enter quantities and dimensions
5. Choose “LTL (Less Than Truckload)” or “FTL (Full Truckload)”
6. Print labels and attach them as described above

Upon completion, you’ll receive an Amazon Shipment ID which you’ll need for transport and communication with your carrier.

Organizing Pallet Transport

Transporting pallets to Amazon FBA warehouses requires precision, experience, and good preparation. While you can engage a carrier yourself, more and more sellers are choosing specialized transport partners like Cargors for reliability, simplicity, and cost control.

Why Choose Cargors for Your FBA Pallet Shipments?

• Experience with Amazon FBA deliveries: Cargors specializes in deliveries to Amazon Fulfillment Centers in both the EU and UK.
• Online booking platform (gateway): Arrange everything easily online – without waiting times or complicated forms.
• Booking and execution via trusted carriers: Through the Cargors Gateway, you can easily book with carriers experienced in Amazon deliveries.
• Customs clearance (for UK): Support for clearance, DDP delivery, and EORI advice.
• Support in your own language: Dutch-speaking customer service with knowledge of FBA logistics.
• Lower rates thanks to economies of scale: By bundling volumes with other shipments, we can often offer more competitive rates than individual carriers.

By choosing Cargors, you benefit from specialized knowledge, low rates, and reliable handling of your Amazon FBA shipments. Want to know more or get a quote? Contact us or start directly via our Gateway.

Delivery Documents

CMR Waybill

Required for every international freight shipment in Europe.

Commercial Invoice (for UK)

• List HS codes, value, origin
• Amazon’s UK address as recipient
• Your company as exporter

Packing List

Specify the contents per box and per pallet. This is especially important for mixed-SKU pallets.

Customs and Clearance (UK)

After Brexit, the UK is a third country. Keep in mind:

• A UK EORI number for clearance
• A customs representative to perform clearance
• Incoterms: Amazon only accepts DDP (you pay all costs)

– see our Incoterms explanation page for more information.

• Inventory registration with HMRC if you store products there

Preventing Problems

Common mistakes and tips to avoid them:

• No labels on pallet or boxes → delivery refused
• Wrong pallet size → extra costs or return
• No delivery appointment → transport stopped at the gate
• No customs documents → delay at border

Tracking and Receipt

After shipment, you can track your shipment via your carrier’s tracking. Amazon registers receipt via your Shipment ID. It takes 1-3 working days for the stock to become visible in your FBA inventory.

Checklist for Your First Pallet Shipment

• Products correctly packaged and stacked
• FNSKU and pallet labels attached
• Shipment plan completed in Seller Central
• Delivery date/time slot confirmed
• CMR and commercial invoice available
• Tracking information shared with your carrier

Summary

A correct pallet delivery to Amazon FBA requires accuracy and documentation. By following this guide step by step, you prevent errors, save costs, and ensure smooth processing of your inventory by Amazon.

Note: Rules change regularly. Check Seller Central and stay in touch with your carrier or forwarder for the most up-to-date guidelines.