🧊 Before You List: Amazon Expiration Rules
Before listing perishable items, it’s important to follow Amazon’s requirements:
Expiration dates are required when creating FBA shipments (box content step)
Items past their expiration date will be automatically removed or disposed of by Amazon
Do not mix different expiration dates for the same ASIN in one box
Each box must contain only one expiration date per ASIN
⚠️ Note:
Amazon states it follows FIFO (First In, First Out), but this is not always consistent—it's best to manage inventory rotation yourself.
📦 Listing Best Practices
To avoid issues and stay organized:
Pre-sort inventory by expiration date before listing
Create separate groups for the same ASIN with different dates
Include the expiration date in your custom SKU (e.g.,
ASIN-EXP-062026)Pack each group separately (one expiration date per box)
Clearly label boxes with ASIN + expiration date
👉 This makes shipment creation and tracking much easier.
⏰ Managing Items Near Expiration
AccelerList helps you stay ahead of expiring inventory:
Items within 90 days of expiration are automatically flagged
Data is updated daily at 8:30 AM
Recommended actions:
90–60 days: Monitor inventory
60–30 days: Run promotions (10–30% discount)
30–15 days: Increase discounts or plan removal
15 days or less: Create a removal order immediately
👉 Removal is usually cheaper than Amazon disposal fees.
⚙️ How to Set Up Expiration Tracking in AccelerList
Step 1: Configure Your SKU Template (One-Time Setup)
Go to:
Settings → MSKU
Enable: “Use a default custom MSKU when listing” → Yes
Add the tag: Exp Date (MMDDYY)
Optional: add Supplier and SKU Number
Example format:
{supplier}-{exp_date_mmddyy}-{sku_number}
Example result:
FOOD-123125-001 (expires Dec 31, 2025)
👉 Save your template to apply it to future batches automatically.
Step 2: Set Expiration Dates in Batches
Go to:
Batches → Create New Batch (or edit existing)
Find the Exp Date field in the sidebar
Select the expiration date before listing
You can also edit expiration dates per item if needed
Step 3: Track Expiring Inventory
Go to:
Inventory → Expiring Soon
Here you’ll see:
Items expiring within 90 days
Product details (ASIN, SKU, expiration date)
Searchable and sortable table
👉 Check this regularly (weekly recommended)
✅ Quick Reminder
Always separate items by expiration date
Use custom SKUs with expiration tracking
Monitor your Expiring Soon tab regularly
Act early to avoid automatic disposal fees
Proper setup and regular checks will help you avoid losses and keep your inventory running smoothly 👍