Glossary Term
Unit Labeling
The process of applying an FNSKU or product-specific barcode to every individual item in a shipment before it is sent to a fulfillment center.
The Core Task of FBA Prep
Unit labeling is where the most time is spent in the prep process. Every single item””whether it’s a tiny bolt or a giant toaster””needs its own scannable barcode. If you send 1,000 items, you need to apply 1,000 labels. This is why having an efficient thermal printer and a fast labeling workflow is the difference between a 1-hour job and a 5-hour job.
Labeling Options
You can do unit labeling yourself, have your manufacturer do it, or pay Amazon to do it (FBA Label Service). Doing it yourself is the most cost-effective and ensures the highest quality control. With the right tools, you can print labels directly from your inventory page and apply them in seconds.
- Crucial for accurate inventory tracking.
- Requires a 100% scan rate to avoid warehouse delays.
- Can include custom info like "New" condition or SKUs.