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    Amazon FBA7 minDecember 28, 2025

    How to Choose a Freight Forwarder for Amazon FBA

    Guide to selecting the right freight forwarder for Amazon FBA shipments, with evaluation criteria, red flags, questions to ask, and comparison framework.

    Finding the Right Freight Forwarder for Your FBA Business

    Your freight forwarder can make or break your Amazon business. Here's how to evaluate and choose the right partner.

    Must-Have Qualifications

    1. Licensed and bonded — Verify FMCSA/FMC licensing
    2. FBA experience — Handles Amazon shipments regularly
    3. Carrier Central access — Can book FC appointments
    4. Customs brokerage — Can clear imports (or has a partner who can)
    5. Insurance — Adequate cargo and liability coverage

    Questions to Ask

    • "How many FBA shipments do you handle per month?"
    • "Do you have Carrier Central access for appointments?"
    • "Can you handle both LTL and FTL to Amazon?"
    • "What's your process for shipment reconciliation issues?"
    • "Do you provide signed BOLs for every delivery?"
    • "Can you coordinate with prep centers?"

    Evaluation Criteria

    CriteriaWeightWhat to Look For
    FBA experience25%Volume of FBA shipments handled
    Pricing20%Competitive, transparent quotes
    Communication20%Responsive, proactive updates
    Technology15%Tracking, documentation portal
    Coverage10%Can reach all Amazon FCs
    Claims handling10%Process for discrepancies

    Red Flags

    • No FBA shipping experience
    • Can't explain Amazon's appointment process
    • No tracking or visibility tools
    • Prices too good to be true (may cut corners)
    • No insurance or won't provide certificates
    • Unresponsive during quoting process

    Why Indray for FBA Logistics

    Indray Inc handles 100+ FBA shipments per week with:

    • Dedicated FBA logistics team
    • Carrier Central appointment management
    • Full documentation (signed BOLs, photos)
    • Competitive FTL and LTL rates
    • 11 years of freight experience

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