Test and certify
Certifying items with Amazon requires the packaging to pass a physical performance test. Amazon has partnered with the International Safe Transit Association (ISTA) to develop comprehensive test methods that accurately simulate the journey of a package through the Amazon fulfillment network, and Amazon now offers the option to self-test.
Test and certify
Amazon packaging certification guidelines
design criteria for our three-tiered FFP certification programmes, which include: Tier 1: FFP, Tier 2: SIOC ready-to-ship, Tier 3: Prep-Free Packaging.
Looking to self-certify? Watch part 1: Drop test instructions
Learn how to properly label and complete the self-testing drop sequence for non-fragile and non-liquid ASINs.
Looking to self-certify? Watch part 2: Packaging and product evaluation instructions
Learn how to effectively evaluate your non-fragile product post-drop sequence and how to complete the test report template.
Amazon Vendor drop test report template
Download this template and complete all fields during the self-testing process.
Amazon Vendor drop test report template example
For additional guidance on completing the Amazon drop test report template, review this example.
Amazon Vendor enrolment and contact SOP
Find out about the SOP for Vendors to self-test, enrol an certify ASINs; request ASIN portfolio packaging certification status; and contact Amazon with questions related to FFP certification programmes.
Watch Part 1: Drop test instructions
Watch Part 2: Packaging and product evaluation instructions
ISTA certified testing labs search tool
In addition to the Amazon Packaging Support and Supplier Network (APASS), Vendors looking for external testing services to perform the ISTA 6-Amazon SIOC or Overboxing test methods can use the Find a Lab search tool located here.
Amazon Packaging Support and Supplier Network (APASS)
The APASS network provides a list of companies and labs that can help test, design and supply packaging in line with Amazon's packaging certification guidelines. All the companies on this list have received guidance from Amazon and many have worked with manufacturers to achieve packaging solutions that meet our standards.
