What changed in January 2026?
Amazon announced that starting January 2026, it would no longer offer inventory preparation services (FBA Prep) for sellers. This means you can no longer send unprepared products to fulfillment centers — everything must arrive labeled, packaged, and shelf-ready.
This change directly impacts thousands of sellers who relied on Amazon for FNSKU labeling, poly-bagging, and product inspection. Without this option, sellers have two paths: do it themselves or hire a professional prep center.
Who is most affected?
If you fall into any of these categories, you need an immediate solution.
Your options in 2026
1. Do it in-house
Rent space in Miami, hire staff, buy supplies. Estimated cost: ~$1.85 per unit including rent, labor, supplies, and penalties for errors.
2. Hire a prep center
A prep center like Prepify Center receives your merchandise, inspects it, labels it with FNSKU, packages it per Amazon requirements, and ships to FBA in 24-48 hours. Cost from $0.75/unit.
3. Do nothing
Sending unprepared products results in rejections, penalties, and account suspensions. Not a viable option.
How much does a prep center cost vs DIY?
Use our cost calculator to see exactly how much you save at each monthly volume.
Next steps
Don't wait for your shipments to get rejected. Request your free quote and start shipping this week.
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