Per-Unit Rates
Standard-size items. Pay as you go with no commitment, or commit to a monthly volume for a lower rate.
| Pay as you goNo commitment | Scale5,000+ units/mo | Grow15,000+ units/mo | Custom30,000+ units/mo | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under 100 units of a SKU per shipment | $1.00 | $0.90 | $0.70 | Get a quote |
| 100+ units of a SKU per shipment | $0.80 | $0.80 | $0.70 | |
| Bundles & kits, per set | +$0.75 | $1.55 | $1.35 |
Volume rates are earned, not signed. Your rate each month is set by the units we prepped for you the month before. No contract. Shipping 500+ units of one SKU, or 30,000+ units a month? For custom pricing, email info@flexprep.com, text 855-595-8080 (US & Canada), or WhatsApp +1 281-816-7745.
Shipment Minimums
Each outbound shipment needs at least 30 total units, with at least 5 units per SKU. If a shipment falls short, these minimum fees apply:
| If the shipment has | Minimum fee |
|---|---|
| Under 5 units of a SKU | $5 per SKU |
| Under 30 total units | $30 per shipment |
What's Included
Every unit, at every rate:
- Surface inspection for damage
- Light cleanup (dust, loose caps/lids, etc.)
- Light assembly
- FNSKU labeling
- FBA carton labels and UPS handoff
- Recycled shipping boxes
- Dunnage/void fill
- "Do not separate - this is a set" stickers
We generally prep and ship your inventory within 1-2 business days of delivery (except holidays). Storage is free during that time.
Oversized & Heavy Items
| Item | Rate |
|---|---|
| Oversized (16"+) | $1.30 per 16" |
| Heavy (4 lb+) | Base rate + $0.25/lb for each lb over 4 lb |
An item that is both over 16" and over 4 lb is charged both the oversized and heavy rates.
Add-On Services
Only charged when your shipment needs them.
| Service | Rate |
|---|---|
| Covering additional barcodes | Free |
| Sealing bags/boxes | Free |
| Poly bag (individual units) | $0.20/unit |
| Outbound palletPallet, stretch wrap, palletizing, carton/pallet labels, forklift loading/unloading, BOL printing and freight pickup scheduling. We usually choose freight over ground when your net savings are more than our handling cost. | $40/pallet |
| New shipping boxesOnly when we don't have recycled boxes that fit your items (rare). | Varies by box |
| Ungating photosTypically 5-7 shots of the product and/or packaging from different angles. | $10 first product, +$5 each additional |
Bundling, Kitting & Custom Packaging
Quoted based on your requirements. Email info@flexprep.com for a quote.
| Service | Rate |
|---|---|
| Bundling/kitting | Usually +$0.75/bundle on top of the base rate. Includes materials such as a poly bag. |
| Heat shrinking | Custom quote |
| Banding or strapping | Custom quote |
| Particle packaging | Custom quote (optional measuring by weight) |
| Pouch heat sealing | Custom quote |
How bundles are priced
The whole "sold as" set counts as 1 unit for the base rate.
Example: a 4-pack, 100 sets. $0.80 base + $0.75 bundle = $1.55/set. $1.55 x 100 sets = $155.00 total.
Returns, Removals & Storage
| Order returns & FBA removal orders | By approval only. Returns delivered without approval may not be serviced and are subject to immediate disposal and applicable fees. |
|---|---|
| Storage | By approval only. Free during prep. After that, generally $20/month for less than a pallet space and $40/month per pallet space. |
Shipping & Payment
Shipping postage. You buy shipping in your Seller Central account and Amazon bills it to that account directly. We don't invoice you for shipping unless you ask us to buy it for you (eg. returns to suppliers).
Payments. We need an authorized payment method on file through Stripe. We accept credit card, direct debit, Zelle, ACH, Wise and Payoneer.
Invoices. Usually issued per outbound shipment, or batched when several shipments go out in the same period.
Getting Started
- Tell us about your products: number of SKUs, units per SKU, and a product link or photo.
- Get your ship-to address and onboarding guide from our team.
- Add a payment method on file through Stripe.
- Send your inventory. No appointment needed, except for FTL or container deliveries.
- We prep and ship to Amazon, usually within 1-2 business days.
Questions? We're Here to Help
| Call or text (US & Canada) | 855-595-8080 |
|---|---|
| +1 281-816-7745 | |
| info@flexprep.com |