How to Label Oversized Items Correctly | AccelerList Help Center

Oversized items require proper labeling to ensure Amazon fulfillment centers can scan, process, and handle inventory correctly.

Incorrect labeling can lead to:

Shipment delays
Receiving issues
Unscannable inventory
Additional prep fees

📦 What Are Oversized Items?

Oversized items are products that exceed Amazon’s standard-size dimensions or weight limits.

Examples include:

Large toys
Bulky electronics
Furniture
Large books or bundles

🏷️ Step 1: Apply a Clear FNSKU Label

Each oversized item must have:

A visible FNSKU label
OR
A scannable Amazon barcode

👉 The barcode must be easy to scan without moving the item excessively.

📍 Step 2: Place Labels on a Flat Surface

Place labels:

On a smooth, visible area
Away from edges or seams
Where they won’t wrinkle or fold

Avoid:

Curved surfaces
Corners
Tape covering the barcode

⚠️ Step 3: Remove or Cover Other Barcodes

If the product has:

UPCs
Manufacturer barcodes
Old shipping labels

👉 Cover or remove them if they could interfere with Amazon scanning.

📦 Step 4: Ensure Labels Stay Attached

Oversized items are handled more heavily during shipping.

Make sure:

Labels are firmly attached
Packaging is secure
Labels won’t peel during transit

🚫 Common Oversized Labeling Mistakes

Placing labels on curved surfaces
Wrinkled or folded barcodes
Covered or partially hidden labels
Multiple exposed barcodes causing scan confusion

💡 Best Practice

For large or heavy items:

Place labels in highly visible areas
Use larger labels if necessary
Double-check scan quality before shipping

🔄 How It Works in AccelerList

When creating shipments in AccelerList:

Amazon barcode requirements still apply
Oversized item prep instructions come directly from Amazon

✅ Summary

Oversized items should have clear, scannable labels placed on flat visible surfaces with no conflicting barcodes exposed. Proper labeling helps prevent receiving delays and shipment issues.