Amazon FBA Shipping from China in 2026: The Complete Guide to Avoiding Delays, Reducing Costs, and Protecting Your Inventory

Part 6: ForestLeopard's FBA Shipping Solutions

At ForestLeopard, we specialize in Amazon FBA shipping from China. We've handled over 10,000 FBA shipments since 2010, and we've seen every mistake, every delay, and every success story. Here's how we can help you avoid the mistakes and replicate the successes.

Our FBA-Specific Services

1. FBA Shipment Creation Support:

• We help you create shipments in Seller Central correctly
• We verify all FBA requirements before shipping
• We provide FBA-compliant labeling at our warehouse
• We double-check carton counts and documentation

2. Consolidation and Inspection:

• Free consolidation from multiple suppliers (up to 5 suppliers)
• Third-party quality inspection available ($200-400 per day)
• Re-labeling and repackaging if needed
• Palletizing according to Amazon requirements

3. Customs and Compliance:

• US customs brokerage included in DDP service
• HTS code classification (ensure you're not overpaying duties)
• ISF filing (required for ocean freight)
• Customs bond arrangement

4. Amazon Appointment Scheduling:

• We schedule appointments at the correct FC
• We confirm appointments 24 hours in advance
• We provide all required documents to the carrier
• We track delivery and confirm completion

5. Real-Time Visibility:

• Online tracking portal (see your shipment status 24/7)
• Email/SMS alerts for key milestones
• Proactive delay notifications
• Dedicated account manager

Our Track Record

Performance Metrics (2025):

• On-time delivery rate: 97.3% (industry average: 89%)
• Amazon rejection rate: 1.2% (industry average: 8.5%)
• Damage rate: 0.4% (industry average: 2.1%)
• Customer satisfaction: 4.9/5.0 (based on 847 reviews)

Cost Savings:

• Average customer saves 18% on freight costs (vs. their previous forwarder)
• Average customer saves 23% on total landed costs
• ROI: For every $1 in our fees, customers save $4.30 in avoided costs

Free FBA Shipping Consultation

Not sure if you're getting the best rates or service? We offer a free consultation that includes:

• Current Shipping Audit: We review your last 3-5 shipments and identify savings opportunities
• Rate Comparison: We quote your typical shipments and show you how we compare
• FBA Compliance Check: We verify your labeling, packaging, and documentation meet 2026 requirements
• Optimization Recommendations: We provide specific suggestions to reduce costs and risks

No Obligation: This consultation is completely free with no obligation to use ForestLeopard.

Contact Us for Your Free Consultation

Email: Operations@forestleopard.com
Phone: +86 18008488893
WeChat: +86 18008488893
Response Time: Within 4 business hours

Part 7: FBA Shipping Checklist - Your Next Shipment

4-6 Weeks Before Shipping

• ☐ Create shipment plan in Seller Central
• ☐ Request quotes from 3-5 freight forwarders
• ☐ Book shipment (lock in rates and space)
• ☐ Order FNSKU labels from Amazon
• ☐ Send labels to supplier
• ☐ Schedule quality inspection

2-3 Weeks Before Shipping

• ☐ Confirm production is on schedule
• ☐ Review and approve inspection report
• ☐ Provide shipping instructions to supplier
• ☐ Arrange payment with supplier

1 Week Before Shipping

• ☐ Verify cartons are labeled correctly (FBA ID on 2 sides)
• ☐ Verify "Made in China" is on every carton
• ☐ Confirm carton count matches shipment plan
• ☐ Review commercial invoice and packing list

Day of Shipment

• ☐ Receive tracking number from forwarder
• ☐ Verify cargo insurance is in place
• ☐ Set up tracking alerts

During Transit

• ☐ Monitor tracking daily
• ☐ Check for delay notifications
• ☐ Prepare contingency plan if delayed >7 days

Upon Delivery

• ☐ Confirm delivery with Amazon
• ☐ Monitor receiving status (24-48 hours)
• ☐ Investigate if receiving takes >5 days

Post-Delivery Review

• ☐ Calculate actual landed cost
• ☐ Document any issues or delays
• ☐ Review forwarder performance
• ☐ Apply lessons learned to next shipment