FBA ID

What is an FBA ID?

FBA IDs are assigned to FBA shipments in Amazon Seller Central after creating a shipment plan. If a shipment is split into multiple fulfillment centers, each portion of the shipment going to a different FBA warehouse will have a different FBA ID:

Provide Flexport with your Amazon shipment’s FBA ID(s) when you submit a quote request.

Why does the FBA ID matter for your shipment?

Amazon uses the FBA ID to match each inbound shipment to its destination fulfillment center. The ID usually appears on the carton labels and the shipment paperwork, so the receiving team knows where to route the boxes. If a label is missing or doesn't match the plan in Seller Central, Amazon may delay check-in or refuse the cartons.

How do you keep FBA IDs organized?

When a shipment splits across several fulfillment centers, track each ID alongside its carton count and destination. Send the full list to your freight provider before pickup so each portion is booked, labeled and delivered to the right warehouse. Check the IDs against your shipment plan before cargo leaves the supplier, since fixing a labeling error after departure is slow and costly.

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