Today, let’s talk about how to send products to Amazon UK FBA to help you easily achieve cross-border delivery.
From logistics rules to channel selection: How do Amazon sellers send overseas packages?
The first step for Amazon sellers to send goods abroad is to confirm the logistics rules. Amazon has set corresponding logistics policies and rules in many countries, so before shipping, you must be clear whether your logistics complies with the platform’s regulations.
FBM or FBA?
Amazon has two modes for logistics delivery: FBM and FBA. If you choose FBA, the goods will be sent to Amazon’s overseas warehouse in advance, and the platform will be responsible for the subsequent packaging and delivery. Although FBA can help merchants save some operating costs, the FBM model also has its own advantages-you can flexibly control the logistics channels and delivery methods.
Pay attention to whether Amazon specifies the logistics method
Different Amazon sites may have regulations on logistics methods. For example, Amazon in the United States requires the use of specific logistics services or channels for certain categories of goods to ensure timeliness and quality. Before shipping, it is recommended that sellers carefully check the logistics regulations of the relevant platforms to ensure that they meet the requirements to avoid order delays or fines due to non-compliance.
Logistics timeliness: How to control delivery time?
Timeliness is one of the core elements of cross-border delivery, especially for Amazon sellers, timely delivery can satisfy customers. So, how to ensure the timeliness of your product delivery to UK FBA?
Choose the right logistics channel
Most Amazon sellers will choose different logistics channels according to the timeliness requirements of the target market. Generally speaking, international express (such as DHL, UPS) can be delivered within 3-7 working days, but the freight is high. If the order is not time-sensitive, you can choose international parcels or dedicated logistics with longer timeliness and relatively cheap freight.
Set reasonable transportation time
If you are a self-shipping seller, it is recommended to set a reasonable transportation time in the store to manage customer expectations. Do not blindly promise fast delivery to avoid customer loss or bad reviews due to delayed delivery.
Cost calculation: How much profit is there after deducting the freight?
Controlling shipping costs is a problem that every seller will encounter in cross-border logistics. The cost of shipping to UK FBA varies depending on factors such as destination, mode of transportation, weight and size. How to control logistics costs while ensuring timeliness?
Calculate transportation costs
The level of freight directly affects the seller’s profit margin. It is recommended to calculate the shipping cost before each shipment. For large quantities of goods, you can choose a logistics channel with price advantages, while small quantities and light goods can consider international parcels to reduce the logistics cost of a single piece.
Grasp the profit margin
In addition to freight, sellers should also consider additional expenses such as tariffs and customs clearance service fees. For self-shipping sellers, these costs will affect the profit margin. Include these costs in the cost calculation in advance to ensure that the final profit margin meets expectations
Tracking information: Is there complete query information?
Whether it is self-delivery or FBA, buyers attach great importance to order tracking information. Complete logistics tracking information can not only improve buyers’ shopping experience, but also effectively reduce disputes caused by logistics delays.
Choose a logistics channel with tracking services
Generally, international express and most dedicated logistics channels will provide complete tracking information to ensure that buyers can check the status of the package at any time. If using international parcels, it is recommended to choose a channel that can provide tracking to avoid delayed logistics information updates.
Provide timely logistics updates
Sellers can regularly update logistics information through the Amazon backend and remind buyers of the shipping progress of the package to improve customer satisfaction.
