Amazon Warehousing and Distribution

Low-cost bulk storage for your ecommerce business

Amazon Warehousing and Distribution (AWD) is a low-cost bulk storage solution for your inventory that distributes to the Amazon store and other distribution channels.

AWD pricing covers FBA inbound placement, so there is no separate charge for this service. AWD's auto-replenishment capability ensures your FBA inventory is kept in stock.

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Why Amazon Warehousing and Distribution?

AWD keeps you in stock for less with seamless replenishment for multiple sales and distribution channels. It's also fully integrated with our other supply chain services.

Low-cost storage

Save more on fulfillment with low-cost bulk storage. AWD pricing covers FBA inbound placement, so there is no separate charge for this service.

Auto-replenishment

Maintain the right FBA inventory levels using AWD auto-replenishment. This service helps keep your FBA inventory in stock.

Speed and reliability

Get the speed and reliability you expect from Amazon. Your inventory is received and visible 2 to 4 days after its arrival to AWD, and it’s received by FBA 10 to 14 days after you request replenishment.

Multi-channel distribution

AWD replenishes inventory to FBA and other distribution channels. That means you can use a single pool of inventory to reach customers in and beyond the Amazon store.

“As an Amazon seller for over 10 years, we are super excited about [AWD] as it's something that sellers have been looking for a very long time. Auto replenishment and master case handling is the key of the program.”

Harris Chan

Sr. Business Manager

“Until people have worked with 3PLs [third-party logistics] they don’t understand, working with Amazon [specifically AWD] is worth every penny!”

Oliver Crane

Chief Operating Officer

Did you know?

You can lower shipping and storage costs with AWD

Costs for AWD

Cost type

Base rate
(third-party transportation)

Integrated rate
(Amazon transportation via AGL or PCP)

% off base rate

Storage

$0.48/cu ft/month

$0.36/cu ft/month

25%

Processing

$2.50/box

$2.13/box

15%

Transportation to FBA

$1.00/cu ft

$0.85/cu ft

15%

Transportation to other distribution channels

$1.65/cu ft

When you use Amazon Global Logistics (AGL) or the Amazon Partnered Carrier Program (PCP) to send to AWD, you’ll save 25% on AWD storage and 15% on processing and transportation.

Learn more about costs for AWD

Ready to get started?

Step 1

Log in to Seller Central

Log in to your Seller Central account or sign up as a seller. We recommend using a Professional selling account so you can take advantage of a full range of services.

Step 2

Review requirements

Make sure your products are eligible for storage and distribution by reviewing AWD requirements in Seller Central.

Step 3

Create and send shipments to AWD

Visit the Amazon Warehousing and Distribution page in Seller Central to create and track shipments, view and move your AWD inventory, and track replenishments to the Amazon fulfillment network.

Learn more about sending inventory to AWD

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does AWD cost?

If you’re an FBA seller, there are no fees for enrolling in AWD. You’ll be charged only when you send your inventory to our warehousing and distribution facilities. Learn more.

How does auto-replenishment work?

Auto-replenishment relies on a proprietary data-science model that monitors the inventory levels in Prime-ready fulfillment centers and triggers replenishments in order to maintain adequate inventory levels so that your products stay in stock. If you leave auto-replenishment enabled, your products are considered in stock and buyable when they're received by AWD, and we manage your replenishments so you don't have to worry about Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) capacity limits.

How much does AWD cost during the holiday season?

AWD has simple, pay-as-you-go pricing with no additional costs for the holiday season.

What products can be stored with AWD?

AWD is available for a variety of FBA products. When you book shipments to AWD, we’ll confirm that the products you’re trying to send are eligible for the program. We’re working to make more products eligible for AWD.

Can I send inventory currently stored in FBA to AWD instead?

No. You can’t move inventory from FBA to AWD because items are stored differently in our fulfillment and distribution centers. In FBA fulfillment centers, items are optimized for picking, packing, and delivery. In AWD facilities, inventory is optimized for bulk storage.

What if I have additional questions about AWD?

Visit our help pages to get detailed information about AWD.