Stationery to Amazon FBA | Packaging, Label Requirements & China Shipping Guide
✈️ Why Amazon Sellers Are Sourcing Stationery from China
China has become the global sourcing hub for custom stationery due to its cost efficiency, design flexibility, and broad material options. For Amazon sellers, sourcing directly from certified Chinese suppliers—especially those familiar with FBA shipping protocols—offers faster scaling, better margins, and complete customization control.
At TonySourcing, we’ve helped hundreds of sellers ship stationery products like pens, notebooks, and gift sets directly to Amazon FBA warehouses—with all the packaging, labeling, and compliance handled for you.
Amazon FBA Packaging & Labeling Requirements for Stationery
Shipping stationery products to FBA is not just about placing an order and sending it off. To avoid delays, extra fees, or product rejections, you must meet Amazon’s packaging and labeling requirements:
✅ 1. Individual Product Packaging
Each unit (e.g., pen, set, or notebook) must be individually wrapped.
Acceptable packaging: polybags, shrink wrap, paper boxes.
If the product is not enclosed, Amazon will reject the shipment.
✅ 2. FNSKU Barcode Labels
All items must have an FNSKU label (Amazon product barcode) on the outermost layer.
Size: 1″ x 2″ (minimum), scannable and not faded.
Position: Flat, visible area—usually the back of the package.
✅ 3. Suffocation Warning for Polybags
Polybags over 5 inches must display a suffocation warning.
Can be pre-printed or applied with a sticker.
✅ 4. Box Requirements
Max box weight: 50 lbs (unless a single unit exceeds that).
Max dimensions: 25 inches on any side.
Use double-wall cartons for heavier or fragile stationery (like pens with metal barrels).
✅ 5. Shipment Labeling
Each master carton needs two FBA box labels (generated from Seller Central).
Labels must be printed in 300dpi+ and securely applied.
Recommended Stationery Products for Amazon FBA Sellers
These stationery products are lightweight, low-risk, and perfect for private label and Amazon bundling:
✏️ Custom Bamboo Pens (Eco-Friendly Bestseller)
Low MOQ: 300 pcs
Branding: Laser engraving or UV print
Packaging: Individual kraft box or polybag
Size: Fits perfectly in standard-size FBA boxes
📒 PU Leather Notebooks with Logo
Sizes: A5 / B5 / Pocket size
Branding: Debossing / UV / Foil stamp
MOQ: 500 pcs
Packaging: Shrink-wrap + barcode
🖍️ Highlighter Pen Sets (5-Color)
MOQ: 500 sets
Customizable box + logo sticker
Ideal for back-to-school bundles
🛍️ Stationery Gift Sets (Pen + Notebook + Sticky Notes)
MOQ: 300 sets
Perfect for holiday season / corporate gifts
Ready-to-ship gift box design with FBA barcode included
TonySourcing’s FBA-Ready Services for Stationery Sellers
As a professional sourcing company in China, TonySourcing helps Amazon sellers go from product idea to FBA warehouse without hassle.
🛠️ Services We Provide:
Service | Details |
---|---|
✅ FBA Prep & Packing | Barcode sticking, bundling, polybagging, carton labeling |
✅ Custom Packaging Design | Private label box creation, logo printing, insert cards |
✅ Factory Compliance Check | EN71 / ASTM / Material reports provided on request |
✅ Product Photography | White background & lifestyle shots for Amazon listings |
✅ Quality Control & Inspection | AQL-based third-party inspections with detailed reports |
✅ Logistics & Shipping | DDP, DDU, Express Air, or Sea Freight to any Amazon FBA center worldwide |
Step-by-Step – How to Ship Stationery from China to FBA
- Send Us Your Idea
– Product link, packaging idea, or concept - We Source or Develop the Product
– From verified stationery factories - Logo & Packaging Confirmation
– Digital proof + sample on request - FBA Label Prep & QC
– Barcode application + inspection reports - Ship to Amazon
– Choose from express, air freight, or sea freight
Need help figuring out FBA shipment creation? We’ll guide you through every step.
🙋♀️ FAQ – Amazon FBA Stationery Shipping
Q: Can you help apply FNSKU labels for each pen or notebook?
A: Yes. We apply FNSKU, suffocation warnings, and even bundle barcodes as needed.
Q: What’s the average lead time for a custom stationery order?
A: Typically 15–25 days production + 7–12 days shipping, depending on method.
Q: Can you ship to multiple FBA warehouses in the U.S. or EU?
A: Absolutely. We can split shipments and apply different box labels per warehouse.
Want to launch your own line of stationery products on Amazon?
👉 Contact TonySourcing for a free quote, supplier match, and packaging design support. We’ll help you ship your custom pens, notebooks, or sets direct to FBA—compliant and stress-free.