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Poly Bagging & Protection

Poly bagging is a common Amazon FBA prep requirement used to protect products from dust, moisture, scuffs, and handling damage during inbound shipping and storage. Amazon may require poly bags for specific product categories, especially items with exposed surfaces, loose parts, or packaging that can tear.

Proper poly bagging helps prevent inbound check-in issues and reduces the risk of inventory being flagged for non-compliance. When required, suffocation warning labels are applied according to Amazon rules.

What Poly Bagging Can Include

Items are bagged in a clean, secure manner to meet Amazon requirements and to ensure that barcodes remain scannable. Depending on the product, additional protective steps may be used to keep items stable during transit.

  • Amazon-compliant poly bagging for individual units
  • Suffocation warning labels when applicable
  • Secure sealing to prevent openings during transit
  • Barcode visibility and correct label placement
  • Added protection for fragile or surface-sensitive products

When Poly Bagging Is Required

Poly bagging is commonly required for textile items, plush products, items with loose components, and products with packaging that is not fully enclosed. It may also be used when additional protection is needed to prevent dust exposure, scuffing, or moisture-related issues during storage.

Many sellers choose to poly bag proactively to reduce inbound issues and to keep inventory consistent across multiple shipments and product batches.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is poly bagging for Amazon FBA?
    Poly bagging means placing an item into a sealed plastic bag for protection. Amazon requires this for certain products to keep inventory clean and prevent damage during handling and storage.
  • Do all products need to be poly bagged?
    No. Requirements depend on the product category and packaging type. Many items do not need poly bags, but certain textiles, plush items, and products with exposed surfaces often do.
  • What is a suffocation warning label?
    Amazon may require a warning label on poly bags above a certain size. This label is applied to meet compliance rules and reduce inbound shipment issues.
  • Will poly bagging cover the barcode?
    No. Poly bagging is done to keep barcodes scannable. Labels are placed so that Amazon can scan inventory quickly during receiving.
  • Can poly bagging be combined with labeling and bundling?
    Yes. Poly bagging is commonly combined with FNSKU labeling and other prep steps such as bundling, kitting, and final carton preparation before sending inventory to Amazon.