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# What are the required carton shipping marks when shipping into the USA from China

## Required shipping marks on master cartons

When **shipping into the USA from China**, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and international shipping regulations require certain **shipping label markings** to be clearly visible on the **outer cartons** (shipping cartons) and often on the **individual product packaging** as well. These are critical for customs clearance, accurate delivery, and regulatory compliance.

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### ✅ Required Shipping Label Marks (Outer Carton)

Here’s what should be marked **clearly and legibly** on each **shipping carton**:

1. **Country of Origin**

* Must say: **"Made in China"**
* Required by CBP for all imported goods
* Must be in English and easily visible on **each product** and **outer carton**
2. **Shipper's Information (Exporter)**

* Company name and address in China
3. **Consignee's Information (Importer)**

* Name, company name (if applicable), and full U.S. address
4. **Carton Numbering**

* Format: **"Carton 1 of 10"**, **"Carton 2 of 10"**, etc.
5. **Gross Weight / Net Weight**

* Indicate in **kg (kilograms)** or **lbs (pounds)**
* Format: `G.W.: 12kg`, `N.W.: 10kg`
6. **Carton Dimensions**

* L x W x H in **cm** or **inches**
* Example: `50x40x30 cm`
7. **PO Number or Purchase Order (if applicable)**

* Often required by the importer, Amazon, or logistics partners
8. **FBA Label (for Amazon shipments)**

* If shipping to Amazon FBA, each carton must include an **Amazon box label** (generated from Amazon Seller Central)
* Must also follow **Amazon FBA box content labeling requirements**
9. **Handling Marks / Symbols (if applicable)**

* Examples:

* **Fragile**
* **This Side Up** (with arrows)
* **Do Not Stack**

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### ✅ Required Marks (on Products / Inner Packaging)

Each individual product (or at least its retail packaging) must have:

1. **Country of Origin**: e.g., **"Made in China"**
2. **Brand Name** or Manufacturer’s name (if applicable)
3. **Product Description or Model Number**
4. **UPC or FNSKU Barcode** (for retail or Amazon)
5. **Compliance Marks**, if required:

* **FCC**, **UL**, **CE**, or **Prop 65 warning** depending on product category

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### ⚠️ Important Notes

* **Amazon FBA Shipments**: Must follow [Amazon FBA labeling and prep requirements](https://sellercentral.amazon.com/gp/help/external/200141500).
* **Mislabeling or missing labels** can lead to:

* Customs delays or fines
* Shipment refusal
* Extra handling charges