Amazon requires polybagging for certain products to protect inventory during shipping, storage, and fulfillment center handling.
A polybag is a clear plastic bag used to contain or protect items before they are sent to Amazon FBA warehouses.
📦 Why Amazon Requires Polybags
Polybags help:
Prevent damage during transit
Keep loose items together
Protect products from dust, dirt, or moisture
Prevent packaging from opening during handling
🏷️ Common Items That Need Polybagging
Amazon may require polybagging for:
✅ Loose or Open Packaging
Items with:
Open sides
Loose pieces
Packaging that can easily open
✅ Apparel & Fabric Items
Examples:
Clothing
Plush toys
Fabric accessories
👉 Helps protect against dirt and damage.
✅ Bundled Products
Products sold together as a set may need:
Polybags
“Sold as Set” labels
✅ Small or Loose Items
Examples:
Small accessories
Multi-piece products
Items that could separate during shipping
✅ Liquid Products
Sometimes liquids require:
Sealed polybags
Leak protection
⚠️ Amazon Polybag Requirements
Polybags must meet Amazon standards:
📌 Thickness
Minimum: 1.5 mil
📌 Transparency
Bag must be clear enough to scan barcodes through it
ORBarcode must be placed outside the bag
📌 Suffocation Warning
Required if:
Polybag opening is 5 inches or larger
Amazon may reject shipments without proper warnings.
📌 Fully Sealed
Bags must be securely closed
Open bags are not accepted
🚫 Common Polybagging Mistakes
Missing suffocation warning
Barcode covered or unreadable
Using thin or weak bags
Leaving bag partially open
💡 Can Amazon Do the Polybagging?
Yes.
You can choose:
Seller Prep → You polybag the items yourself
Amazon Prep Service → Amazon does it for a fee
🔄 How It Works in AccelerList
During shipment creation in AccelerList:
Amazon may display polybag prep requirements for eligible items
Prep instructions come directly from Amazon’s FBA system
✅ Summary
Amazon requires polybagging for certain products to protect inventory and ensure safe fulfillment center handling. Following Amazon’s polybag standards helps prevent shipment delays and prep-related issues.