Amazon advertising is down
Cant log into ams. Anyone else seeing this too?
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Amazon advertising is down
Cant log into ams. Anyone else seeing this too?
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Hello fellow sellers, is anyone experiencing slower sales from the boycott?
This month is trending down in YOY revenue for us so far, but difficult to say if it’s the boycott or just general economic and consumer confidence problems.
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Hello fellow sellers, is anyone experiencing slower sales from the boycott?
This month is trending down in YOY revenue for us so far, but difficult to say if it’s the boycott or just general economic and consumer confidence problems.
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SIPP Replaces Frustration-Free Packaging: How to Stay Compliant & Cut Costs
Did you know that 82% of consumers across various age groups are willing to pay more for products with sustainable packaging?
As sustainability becomes a bigger factor in consumer purchasing decisions, Amazon has adapted by replacing its Frustration-Free Packaging (FFP) program with Ships in Product Packaging (SIPP). Launched in late 2023, SIPP is now the standard for eco-friendly and cost-effective packaging, helping sellers reduce excess materials while improving fulfillment efficiency.
If you’re an Amazon seller, understanding and complying with SIPP is crucial to avoiding penalties, reducing costs, and meeting consumer expectations in 2025.
What is Ships in Product Packaging (SIPP)?
SIPP is Amazon’s updated sustainable packaging initiative, ensuring that products are shipped in their original packaging without unnecessary Amazon-added materials.
The goal is to:
- Reduce packaging waste.
- Lower fulfillment and shipping costs.
- Improve product protection and customer experience.
Since its launch, Amazon has tightened compliance requirements and introduced stronger incentives for sellers who meet SIPP certification.
How SIPP Has Evolved Since Its Launch
- Stronger Emphasis on Compliance – Amazon is actively enforcing SIPP requirements, ensuring more sellers adopt sustainable and protective packaging.
- Refined Packaging Guidelines – Requirements have been updated, especially for large and fragile items that need extra protection.
- Cost Savings for Certified Sellers – Many sellers are seeing lower fulfillment fees for SIPP-compliant products as Amazon prioritizes more efficient shipping.
Why Sellers Should Prioritize SIPP in 2025
- Lower Fulfillment Costs – Optimized packaging reduces Amazon FBA fees.
- Better Customer Experience – Minimalist, easy-to-open packaging leads to fewer returns and complaints.
- Consumer Demand for Sustainability – With 82% of consumers willing to pay more for sustainable packaging, aligning with SIPP can enhance brand perception and sales.
- Amazon’s Environmental Goals – Since 2015, Amazon has reduced per-shipment packaging weight by 43%, preventing over 3 million metric tons of waste (Amazon Sustainability Report).
What Happens If You Don’t Comply with SIPP?
Failing to meet SIPP requirements can directly impact your bottom line.
Non-compliant sellers may face:
- Higher Amazon fulfillment fees for inefficient packaging.
- Increased return rates due to damaged products.
- Repackaging fees if Amazon decides to repackage your products.
- Possible listing restrictions for products that repeatedly fail compliance checks.
With Amazon actively monitoring packaging compliance, sellers who fail to update their packaging may face competitive disadvantages.
How to Ensure Your Packaging Meets SIPP Standards
If your packaging hasn’t been updated since SIPP’s launch, now is the time to take action.
Follow these steps:
- Check Amazon’s Latest SIPP Guidelines – Stay up-to-date with the latest certification criteria on Amazon’s official page.
- Run Durability & Drop Tests – Products must pass ISTA-6 standards to ensure damage-free delivery.
- Submit for Amazon Certification – SIPP-compliant packaging must be approved before you qualify for fulfillment savings.
- Monitor Customer Feedback & Return Rates – Packaging plays a huge role in customer satisfaction—track complaints related to damage or poor packaging.
Final Thoughts
With Amazon doubling down on sustainability and compliance, adopting SIPP-certified packaging is no longer optional—it’s a smart business move. Sellers who meet SIPP standards can lower fulfillment costs, attract eco-conscious buyers, and improve customer experience.
If you haven’t updated your packaging yet, now is the time to act.
Stay ahead of Amazon’s evolving packaging requirements—check the latest SIPP certification guidelines and make sure your packaging is compliant.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Your packaging must meet Amazon’s ISTA-6 durability standards, use minimal materials, and be certified by Amazon.
Amazon continuously updates its SIPP guidelines—check Amazon’s packaging site for the most recent criteria.
By using SIPP-compliant packaging, sellers can avoid excess weight fees, minimize packaging waste, and qualify for Amazon’s cost-saving incentives.
Amazon may reject your packaging, require repackaging (with added costs), or prevent your listing from being Prime-eligible.
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Does Amazon do Calculated Shipping Rates?
I just made my first FBA items about a week ago and decided to add FBM variants now too. I already sell a fair amount on eBay and Etsy and I’m familiar with how they handle shipping rates and orders.
One thing I’m confused about with Amazon – is there no way to have Amazon calculate and charge the actual shipping rate? I see in the migrated template I can set a base fee plus a cost per pound. But why can’t I just have it calculate based on the package size and weight of my item (like how eBay and Etsy work)?
Furthermore, the cost per pound to ship seems to be based on the item weight and not on the weight of the package I entered. For example, my item is only 2 ounces but when packaged for shipment it is 7 ounces. Amazon seems to charge the weight rate on the 2 ounces instead of the 7.
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My Amazon account was inactive but I still sold something?
Basically the title
Mr Amazon account was inactivated. I was fine with this, i knew about it, I moved pretty much everything to Etsy, it’s been inactive for months
Got an email that I had sold an item. I logged in and saw that it was still inactive, figured the email was phishing and ignored it. Did not reactivate
Today I got a notification on the app that I needed to ship the item
So I logged in, reactivated the account and yes i had made a legit sale. I shipped it, might get dinged for late shipping, but whatever
What on earth? I thought deactivated amounts couldn’t sell items?
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Does Amazon do Calculated Shipping Rates?
I just made my first FBA items about a week ago and decided to add FBM variants now too. I already sell a fair amount on eBay and Etsy and I’m familiar with how they handle shipping rates and orders.
One thing I’m confused about with Amazon – is there no way to have Amazon calculate and charge the actual shipping rate? I see in the migrated template I can set a base fee plus a cost per pound. But why can’t I just have it calculate based on the package size and weight of my item (like how eBay and Etsy work)?
Furthermore, the cost per pound to ship seems to be based on the item weight and not on the weight of the package I entered. For example, my item is only 2 ounces but when packaged for shipment it is 7 ounces. Amazon seems to charge the weight rate on the 2 ounces instead of the 7.
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My Amazon account was inactive but I still sold something?
Basically the title
Mr Amazon account was inactivated. I was fine with this, i knew about it, I moved pretty much everything to Etsy, it’s been inactive for months
Got an email that I had sold an item. I logged in and saw that it was still inactive, figured the email was phishing and ignored it. Did not reactivate
Today I got a notification on the app that I needed to ship the item
So I logged in, reactivated the account and yes i had made a legit sale. I shipped it, might get dinged for late shipping, but whatever
What on earth? I thought deactivated amounts couldn’t sell items?
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Amazon Algorithm for Seasonal Products – Better to be out of stock?
I sell seasonal items that don’t really sell any other time of year (maybe 1 or 2 units throughout the rest of the year).
Is it better for those products to go out of stock for around 9 months of the year? Or is it better to have a couple of units in stock so it’s NOT sold out?
I would assume it’s better to go out of stock than to have a poorly performing listing for most of the year?
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