Shipping Starter Kit for Your FBA Warehouse

If you ship goods to Amazon warehouses (FBA) or directly to customers, you need a solid starter kit. Here’s what to look for in the most important materials.

Boxes: It’s better to have several sizes for optimal adjustment

Having multiple box sizes is a good idea for shipping different items. This allows you to avoid waste with small items and ensure that larger products are not damaged. Folding boxes in several sizes offer a flexible solution here.

Tape: Quality pays off

The quality of the tape directly affects the stability of the packages. Cheap alternatives can tear and lead to transport damage. The tesapack Ultra Strong, 6 rolls offers a tear-resistant PVC coating and is reportedly quiet when unwinding. It’s more expensive than simple PP packaging tape, but the extra cost is worth it for heavy cartons.

Stapler: Additional security for special requirements

A box stapler can be a useful addition to further secure packages, for example, to cushioning bags or to attach delivery notes externally. The Rapid HD70 Block Stapler staples up to 70 sheets of paper and has a 5-year manufacturer’s warranty when used with Rapid staples. Note that it does not have an integrated staple remover.

Paper: A reliable staple

Reliable copy paper is essential for invoices, delivery notes, and internal warehouse lists. The Navigator Universal A4, 80 g (2,500 sheets) is suitable for laser and inkjet printers and is delivered in a convenient bulk carton with five packs. It’s a bit more expensive than no-name paper.