Understanding Amazon FBA Floor Loaded and Palletized Shipments: A Complete Guide on Last-Mile Delivery Methods

In Amazon's distribution network, products from all over the world depart from warehouses and are transported via various methods (such as land transportation, shipping, etc.) to their destinations. After completing customs clearance procedures, only the "last mile" remains before the product is delivered to the customer's doorstep.

The Crucial "Last Mile"

Currently, Amazon's "last mile" refers to the segment of the journey from the destination port, after customs clearance, where goods are transported by truck to Amazon's warehouse. This is one of the most critical steps in the Amazon logistics process. In the last-mile delivery, Amazon FBA typically adopts different booking methods, including floor loading and palletized shipments.

What Are Floor Loaded and Palletized Shipments?

01. Floor Loaded

Amazon Floor Loaded refers to a method where goods, after arriving at the port, are directly unloaded and sorted at the overseas warehouse. They are then manually loaded onto trucks without the use of pallets or any other supporting structures, and delivered directly to Amazon's warehouse.

In this method, goods are simply placed on the floor of the transport vehicle or container. Floor loading maximizes transportation space by reducing gaps and waste. However, it is important to note that since the goods directly contact the floor, their stability needs to be carefully managed to prevent damage or tipping. While floor loading saves on pallet materials and labor costs for palletizing, it may require additional manpower and equipment to handle the loading and unloading processes.

02. Palletized

Amazon Palletized refers to a method where goods are unloaded, palletized, and wrapped before being delivered to Amazon's warehouse. The products are consolidated onto pallets and packaged according to Amazon’s specifications.

The goal of palletized loading is to facilitate warehouse management and operations, as well as to improve the efficiency of receiving and unloading. By placing goods on pallets, they become easier to handle, stack, and move, reducing the risk of damage and disorder. Additionally, palletization helps improve warehouse space utilization, making it easier to manage and track goods, ensuring they stay in good condition during both warehousing and transportation.

However, a disadvantage of palletized loading is that the palletization process requires manual labor, which incurs additional costs and increases overall expenses.

Shengshi Group’s Support for Amazon's Last-Mile Delivery

In summary, Amazon's delivery methods each have their pros and cons. Sellers can choose the method based on their specific needs and the urgency of their shipments.

However, no matter which Amazon delivery method is chosen, reliable and efficient third-party logistics services are key to completing the last mile.

Shengshi Group, headquartered in Los Angeles, focuses on end-to-end customs clearance and delivery services for Amazon FBA, offering one-stop third-party warehouse services. With over 50 years of professional customs clearance experience and an in-house team of Green Card holders specializing in Chinese customs, Shengshi Group has served over 4,900 e-commerce sellers and more than 150 Amazon sellers. Shengshi Group’s global logistics can guarantee shipments' safety, standards, and transportation capabilities, while also better managing inventory and transportation processes. They maintain close communication with cross-border e-commerce sellers, providing essential support for smoother international expansion.

Choose Shengshi, and we’ll ensure the successful delivery of your goods' "last mile"!