Essential Export Documentation and Compliance for Selling on Amazon US

To sell on Amazon US as an exporter, you need to prepare essential export documentation and ensure compliance with US regulations. Key documents include:

• Commercial Invoice and Packing List: These prove the shipment details and contents, required for customs clearance.
• Bill of Lading or Airway Bill: Issued by the carrier, this document confirms shipment and is necessary for import/export processes.
• Importer of Record (IOR) Information: You or your designated agent must act as the IOR in the US, providing company details for customs.
• Import Export Code (IEC) (for Indian exporters): Mandatory for exporting goods from India.
• Amazon Seller Central Account: Registration with Amazon’s North America marketplace, including KYC documents like business registration, ID proofs, and bank statements.
• FDA Compliance Documents (if applicable): For food, dietary supplements, cosmetics, or medical products, FDA registration or certificates may be required.
• Product Compliance Documents: Depending on product type, you may need to submit safety and regulatory documents such as:
  • Children’s Product Certificate (CPC) for children’s products
  • Test reports for food, pesticides, cosmetics, or chemical-containing products
  • General Certificate of Conformity (GCC)
  • Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
  • Other certificates proving compliance with US laws like CPSIA, FPLA, FIFRA, FDCA, and TSCA.

Additionally, sellers must file all legally required import/export documents and pay duties and taxes as applicable.

In summary, successful selling on Amazon US requires thorough preparation of export documents, compliance certificates, and registration with Amazon Seller Central, tailored to your product category and origin country regulations.