Ships in Product Packaging SIPP/SIOC – Save FBA Fees – I FIX AMAZON
BIG NEWS, good new In fact.
Ship In Product Packaging (SIPP)
SIPP Program Description:
Which usually dosent happens when selling on Amazon. We’re excited to share insights about the Ships in Product Packaging (SIPP) program, formerly Ships in Own Container (SIOC), a game-changer for Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) Sellers.
With SIPP, FBA Sellers now have the unique opportunity to test and qualify products for shipping in their own custom-branded packaging, free from any additional materials added by Amazon.
Benefits
This exclusive service empowers you to elevate the Customer Experience by minimizing packaging materials during delivery, cutting fulfillment costs, and potentially reducing the carbon footprint associated with outbound shipments.
Apart from reducing carbon footprint, if enrolled you will be able to save $0.04 to $1.32 on top of normal FBA Fee, which is what really matters, Right 😉
Enrollment for the program opens through Seller Central starting February 5 2024, welcoming all FBA sellers conducting business in the United States, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom.
Who can enroll:
- To qualify for Ships in Product Packaging, your item’s packaging:
- Must be either a rigid 6-sided box, a rigid or padded mailer, or a bag
- Must meet the minimum dimensions of 6″ x 4″ x 0.375″
- For items in flexible packaging only: cannot exceed maximum dimensions 18″ x 14″ x 6″ (L+H ≤ 21″ and W+H ≤ 16″) and 7lbs
- Be securely sealed to protect product within and follow the labeling requirements per Seller Central guidelines
What we can do for you ?
At IFA, we’re here to help you through this innovative program and ensure you stay informed about the FBA SIPP program launch in February 2024.
Amazon has made it not easy as always to enroll in Ship in Product Packaging Program (SIPP), either you can do it yourself by researching or get it done perfectly by “I FIX AMAZON LTD”
FAQS
Is there a difference between Ships in Product Packaging (SIPP) and Ships in Own Container (SIOC)?
No, the packaging certification standards for SIPP are the same as SIOC. We have recently rebranded to Ships in Product Packaging (SIPP) to better reflect the program’s objective to selling partners and customers.
Which marketplaces is the SIPP program available in?
The SIPP program is available to sellers who use FBA that sell into these seven marketplaces: Canada, United States, and France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom.
Are Customers notified that their product will be shipped as Ships in Product Packaging?
Yes, customers will see a message that indicates that the ASIN can ship in its own packaging during checkout for ASINs that are SIPP certified. When a customer adds a SIPP-certified item from the Amazon website to their shopping cart, they are presented with a concealment option for the majority of products at check-out and they can choose to add Amazon packaging (“Ships in Amazon Packaging”) at no additional cost. Sellers receive incentives for the ASINs that are enrolled and SIPP certified by the seller, regardless of whether the customers choose to add Amazon packaging. Please see this page to learn more about the SIPP customer experience.
Which of my ASINs are eligible for SIPP?
ASINs that fulfill the SIPP requirements and sold in the United States, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Spain and United Kingdom marketplaces are eligible. Once enrollment is available through Seller Central, you will be able to search ASINs you are interested in enrolling to determine their eligibility.
Will an ASIN enrolled in the SIPP program always be shipped without Amazon-added packaging?
If a SIPP-certified ASIN is shipped with one or more other items as part of a customer order, it may be placed in an Amazon box, bag or envelope to preserve customer experience and reduce the number of individual packages they receive. Sellers receive incentives for the ASIN that is SIPP certified, regardless of whether it is shipped as a single item or with one or more items.
How do I enroll an ASIN into SIPP?
To enroll an ASIN into SIPP, follow the steps outlined in the Get Started section on our website that include, 1. Reviewing SIPP Guidelines, 2. Grouping similar products, 3. Testing product and product packaging, and 4. Enrolling through Seller Central once it is available on February 5, 2024.
Do I need to conduct separate testing to certify all variations of the ASIN that is being tested?
No, you do not need to conduct separate testing for all the variations of an ASIN. You can evaluate the ASINs that are eligible to be grouped and certified by a single test report. Eligible products should be grouped based on size, weight, material, packaging, product-to-packaging ratio, pack quantity with a few exceptions. Learn more about the guidelines for grouping ASINs here.
How does the SIPP discount apply after I enroll an ASIN?
When you enroll ASINs that are not currently SIPP certified, you will be asked to provide the certification date in the Seller Central SIPP portal before the request is reviewed by Amazon. The certification date should be chosen based upon the first arrival date of your SIPP-compliant product to Amazon Fulfillment Centers. Once your enrollment request has been approved, discounts will apply on units that are received at Amazon Fulfillment Centers after the ASIN certification date you provided. No discounts will apply on units received before the certification date. ASINs SIPP certified before Feb 5, 2024 will automatically receive the discounted FBA fulfillment fees in CA, US, FR, DE, IT, ES and UK marketplaces starting on Feb 5, 2024.
For SIPP ASINs, are there any changes in the shipping requirements to send products to Amazon?
No, you will continue to inbound SIPP-certified ASINs to Amazon Fulfillment Centers in the same manner as before, while ensuring that their packaging meets the standards specified in the SIPP guidelines. Each unit of a SIPP-certified product that is inbounded needs to have an exterior scannable label per the labeling guidelines on Seller Central.
Are SIPP ASINs eligible for the Climate Pledge Friendly (CPF) Badge?
SIPP is not part of the Climate Pledge Friendly program. In order to be eligible for the Climate Pledge Friendly badge, your ASIN must have one of the qualifying certifications for that program. For more information, please see the CPF program certification page.
