About Prime Packer

Welcome to PrimePacker.com, your trusted partner for Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) prep services. With a proven track record of prepping over half a million products, we provide comprehensive, tailored solutions for all types of products.

At PrimePacker, we believe in quality over quantity. As we venture into this new domain, our goal istostart slowly, handpicking our clients to ensure mutual success. Our focus is on deliveringhigh-qualityservices and maintaining long-term partnerships rather than striving for rapid, unsustainablegrowth. Therefore, we are particular about the businesses we align with and do not entertain onlinearbitrage.

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FBA PREP SERVICES

Our standard prep service includes receiving, unboxing, inspecting, reconciling and labeling. Items requiring poly bags, boxes, bubble wrap are prepared according to Amazon guidelines using the new Ship to Amazon workflow. Specialized Prep will have simple structured pricing.

A. Services Offered

  • FBA Full Prep Service for Amazon.ca
  • FBA Full Service Prep for Amazon.com
  • Wholesale/Private Label/Brands
  • Hazmat prep and shipping using 3rd party carrier
  • Import into and export from Canada (special request)
  • Large & Extra Large items (special request)
  • Container Receiving (special request)

B. Services NOT Offered

  • Food/Drug Shipments to Amazon.com requiring FDA Clearance
  • LTL Shipment Handling for Amazon.ca
  • Storage and/or Drip Feeding Into Amazon (.ca/.com), Merchant Fulfillment (MF)
  • Removal Orders
  • Online/Retail Arbitrage (OA/RA), Used/Collectible

Pricing

Minimum Fulfillment Orders per Month: $200 per month

At Prime Packer, we aim for excellence in service and quality. Our $200 monthly minimum helps us sustain this. It covers fixed costs for high-tech equipment and skilled staff, ensuring top-tier service regardless of product volume. This requirement fosters long-term, beneficial partnerships rather than one-off dealings. Your investment in Prime Packer translates to an optimized Amazon FBA prep, yielding high returns for your business.

(i.e. roughly 350 units regular prep or 160 units of bundles/multipack)

Cost

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Unit Base Charge

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Carton Charge

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Weight Charge
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Unit Base Charge
  • $0.70/unit (Standard Prep) FNSKU, no prep (e.g. poly, bubble etc.)
  • $1.20 Poly/Bubble Prep (standard size ASIN) Standard + poly or bubble
  • $1.50 multipack or bundle (standard size ASIN, assembled with poly) Up to 3 items
  • Above pricing applies to products with packaged product weight within 3kg or less and 40cm or less on its longest side. Please contact us for products beyond this scale.

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Carton Charge
  • outbound per carton $1.50

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Weight Charge
  • outbound per kg $0.15

Unit Base Charge

  • $0.70/unit (Standard Prep) FNSKU, no prep (e.g. poly, bubble etc.)
  • $1.20 Poly/Bubble Prep (standard size ASIN) Standard + poly or bubble
  • $1.50 multipack or bundle (standard size ASIN, assembled with poly) Up to 3 items
  • Above pricing applies to products with packaged product weight within 3kg or less and 40cm or less on its longest side. Please contact us for products beyond this scale.

Carton Charge

  • outbound per carton $1.50

Weight Charge

  • outbound per kg $0.15

Example

A typical bottle of fish oil weighs 110g, 12 per case. Let’s estimate the cost for a master case of 48 bottles packed into one carton.
Base charge: $0.70/unit x 48 = $33.6
carton charge: $1.5/carton x1 =$1.5
Weight charge: $0.15/kg x 5.28 = $0.79
Total cost: $35.89 (that’s an average cost of $0.74/unit)

Included in the pricing:

  • Package(s) Receiving (excluding pallet receiving).
  • Reuse of cardboard corrugated shipping box (standard-size)
  • All Amazon FBA related Labels (shipping, fnsku, Sold As Set, Do Not Separate, Ready To Ship etc..)
  • All Dunnage (Air Pillows, Paper, Foam, etc.)
  • Inventory Holding, Temp Storage up to 7 days

Process

Google sheet flat file -> STA upload Receive, inspect, ship

1You ship

Inventory shipped to our warehouse in Vancouver You provide SKU and quantity of shipment via Google Sheet (template is provided)

2Receive/Inspect/Prep

We receive, inspect, check, document and report discrepancy & damages Products are labeled, prepped and shipped

3Completion

You receive an instant SMS and/or email notification the moment a shipment is done along with key details(quantities, prep count, number of packages, tracking numbers etc…). UPC packages are typically picked up the same day or the following business day from that point you can track packages via UPS. You are typically billed bi-weekly.

FAQ

What services does PrimePacker offer?
PrimePacker offers standard FBA prep services including receiving, unboxing, inspecting, reconciling and labeling, as well as hazmat prep and shipping using a 3rd party carrier.
Does PrimePacker handle food or drug shipments requiring FDA clearance?
No, PrimePacker does not handle food/drug shipments to Amazon.com requiring FDA Clearance.
What types of businesses does PrimePacker not work with?
PrimePacker does not entertain online arbitrage and it doesn't deal with used/collectibles, or drip feeding into Amazon (.ca/.com), Merchant Fulfillment (MF), Removal Orders, Storage, and LTL Shipment Handling for Amazon.ca.
What are the charges for PrimePacker's services?
The base unit charge is $0.70/unit (Standard Prep), $1.20/unit for Poly/Bubble Prep, and $1.50/unit for multipack or bundle. There is also a carton charge of $1.50 per carton and a weight charge of $0.15 per kg.
What is the minimum monthly order amount?
The minimum fulfillment orders per month is $200, which is roughly 350 units regular prep or 160 units of bundles/multipack.
Why does Prime Packer set a $200 minimum monthly spend?
At Prime Packer, our commitment to quality service and operational excellence incurs certain fixed costs, regardless of the volume of products we process. The $200 minimum monthly spend ensures that we can maintain the high standards of our services, including the use of advanced technology, trained personnel, and the meticulous inspection process. It also allows us to build sustainable partnerships with our clients, focusing on consistent, long-term success rather than sporadic, transactional relationships. We believe this approach guarantees a high return on investment for our clients, by optimizing their product preparation for the Amazon FBA marketplace.
How does PrimePacker estimate the total cost for a service?
The total cost is calculated as the sum of the base charge per unit, carton charge, and weight charge. An example is provided on the website for clarity.
What are the additional services offered by PrimePacker?
PrimePacker offers additional services such as damage disposal, pallet receiving, FBA ungating photos, lightbox photography, listing photos, and any additional requests or labor at varying costs.
Does PrimePacker offer any wholesale, private label, or brand services?
Yes, PrimePacker offers a Full Service Prep for both Amazon.ca and Amazon.com for wholesale, private label, and brands.
Where is PrimePacker located?
PrimePacker's warehouse is centrally located in Vancouver.
How does PrimePacker ensure the quality of their services?
PrimePacker leverages the latest technologies to streamline operations, ensuring your products are prepped and shipped with the highest efficiency and accuracy. They also provide comprehensive, tailored solutions for all types of products and have a proven track record of prepping over half a million products.
How does PrimePacker view their relationship with clients?
PrimePacker views each of their clients as partners, not just customers. They are committed to supporting your success on Amazon, and strive to go above and beyond in every aspect of their service.
What is the philosophy of PrimePacker?
PrimePacker believes in quality over quantity. They focus on delivering high-quality services and maintaining long-term partnerships rather than striving for rapid, unsustainable growth.
Does PrimePacker offer any face-to-face meetings?
Yes, PrimePacker's centrally located warehouse in Vancouver offers potential clients the opportunity to meet with them in person and get a firsthand view of their operations.
What makes PrimePacker unique?
PrimePacker's unique selling points include their extensive experience in wholesale and thorough understanding of the Amazon FBA landscape, commitment to transparency and open communication, and their tech-savviness.

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