Easily Deliver Imports to Amazon FBA Without U.S. Registration
Fulfillment by Amazon is one of the most advanced logistics networks. Many sellers worldwide deliver imports to Amazon FBA with ease. Your business can greatly benefit from this platform without needing to set up a distribution center.
Amazon handles the storage, packing, and shipping of your products, and even manages customer service on your behalf. The best part about FBA is that you can easily scale up your business as your sales increase over time.
In this post, we will shed light on the role of an Exporter of Record (EOR), such as GCE Logistics, for a Middle Eastern-based company that wants to ship goods to an Amazon fulfillment center. Therefore, we intend to inform you about the functions of the Exporter of Record EOR in taking care of your goods shipped to a fulfillment center in the US.
Deliver Imports to Amazon FBA with an Exporter of Record
Any company that wants to send goods to the Amazon fulfillment center must hire an Exporter of Record for Amazon. Amazon will not act as the Exporter of Record EOR for any goods that are sent to the fulfillment center. This applies to shipments of goods of any value or size. If you do not hire an Exporter of Record EOR, your goods may be refused or returned.
Furthermore, an EOR is responsible for all aspects of the export process. Some of an EOR's responsibilities include the following.
Make sure that the exported goods conform to local rules and regulations
Pay duties, fees, and taxes on goods, if applicable
Answer all possible queries from the US Customs and Border Control
Obtain and fill out export documents
Take legal responsibility for nonconformance with local rules
Keep a detailed record of supporting documents
If you are exporting goods that are not permitted or included in the restricted item list, the EOR will get the required authorizations or permits. Some items on the restricted or prohibited list include certain alcohol, medications, agricultural products, plants and seeds, and wildlife products.
Final Remarks on How to Deliver Imports to Amazon FBA
An Exporter of record can play an invaluable role when it comes to shipping goods to the Amazon fulfillment center. The export agent will act as your representative in the U.S.; they ensure you can deliver imports to Amazon FBA without dealing with legal complexities, handle all necessary export requirements, and make the process smoother for you.
Keep in mind that Amazon is not responsible for any taxes, duties, and fees that are levied on the goods stored in the Fulfillment by Amazon FBA inventory. Therefore, any shipment that arrives at the fulfillment center with customs duties due will be sent back to you. That's why it's important to hire an EOR to handle all monetary obligations for the shipped products.
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