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Amazon SIPP Program: Save Up to $1.32 Per Unit by Shipping
With FBA Prep ending January 2026, SIPP offers cost savings. Ship products in original packaging and save $0.04-$1.32 per unit. ISTA-6 certification required for fragile items.
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Feb 3, 2026 · 4 min read · 760 words
Updated February 3, 2026
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- SIPP allows products to ship directly in their retail packaging with a shipping label, eliminating the need for Amazon to add an additional shipping box. This reduces fulfillment costs and environmental waste.
- Savings range from $0.04/unit for Small Standard items to $1.32/unit for Extra-Large items. A seller shipping 10,000 Large Bulky units monthly saves over $10,000/month through SIPP enrollment.
- Products must be in packaging at least 6" × 4" × 0.375", durable enough to survive shipping without an outer box, non-transparent, and able to protect contents. Glass, bags/pouches, and temperature-sensitive products do not qualify.
- ISTA-6 (Amazon.com-SIOC) certification proves your packaging can survive Amazon's fulfillment network without additional protection. It's required for fragile items and costs $300-$2,000 through certified testing laboratories.
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