Summary
FBT packaging policy section restructured and clarified. Existing requirements (protective materials, tape sealing, hazard labeling) remain unchanged. No new packaging restrictions or deadlines introduced.
Why it matters
Sellers using FBT must verify they already comply with documented packaging standards. Restructured section improves clarity but does not alter what is required. Low risk of non-compliance if current practices already met underlying rules.
Recommended action
Review current FBT packaging practices against the clarified requirements (bubble wrap, tape sealing, special handling labels). No immediate operational changes needed unless previous non-compliance exists.
Use appropriately sized and types of packaging that securely contains each product.
Include protective materials such as bubble wrap, air pillows, or whole sheets of paper.
Do not use: Loose-fill like Styrofoam peanuts or shredded paper Large staple pins or nylon fiber-based tape. Bundling multiple cartons with elastic, tape, or straps.
Loose-fill like Styrofoam peanuts or shredded paper
Large staple pins or nylon fiber-based tape.
Bundling multiple cartons with elastic, tape, or straps.
Seal packages securely using tape, glue, or other reliable methods. Alternative sealing methods must keep packages fully closed and durable during shipping.
Alternative sealing methods must keep packages fully closed and durable during shipping.
Clearly label packages that require special handling (for example, perishables, fragile items, hazardous materials, liquids, batteries).
No content was removed in this update.
Affects: Seller
