Is the prep calculator a final quote?
No. It is a readiness estimate. Final prep cost depends on arrived goods, SKU count, label files, carton condition, platform rules, warehouse evidence, and manual review.
Labeling and prep readiness
Estimate China-side prep readiness before shipping
Estimate label removal, SKU or barcode labels, polybag, simple repack, photo confirmation, warehouse evidence, and quote blockers for 1688 orders.
Prep evidence
Prep fees should stay visible before goods move to a customer, 3PL, FBA, or TikTok destination.
Short answer
Use this calculator to decide whether China-side prep is simple enough to quote before shipping.
Prep cost changes with SKU count, carton count, label file readiness, platform receiving rules, photo proof, repack scope, fragile or regulated goods, and whether the goods can be identified after warehouse receiving.
Label files neededPrep estimate
Estimated prep total$53.00
Per-unit prep fee$0.35
Batch handling / photo$18.00
Estimated prep time1-3 working days after goods arrive
Send label, barcode, or FNSKU files before goods arrive to avoid prep delay.
Prep scope
4 items
Quote blockers
1 signals
Use result for
Warehouse/prep quote
Prep scope
- Remove visible Chinese labels or supplier stickers when possible
- Apply SKU labels using the buyer's SKU map
- Add simple polybag for cleanliness, bundling, or receiving requirement
- Capture receiving, label, carton, or finished-prep photo proof
Evidence to collect
- Product link, SKU or variant list, unit count, carton count, and destination path
- SKU map plus barcode, FNSKU, carton label, or label placement file
- Packaging requirement, polybag size if known, and before/after packaging photos
- Photo checklist: received goods, label close-up, carton, damage, and finished prep
Warehouse instructions
- Confirm goods can be identified by SKU, color, size, model, or supplier mark after arrival
- Separate label removal, SKU label, barcode/FNSKU, polybag, repack, insert, and photo tasks
- Keep carton count, units per carton, weight, and dimensions connected to landed-cost review
- Do not start prep until files and acceptance criteria are clear
Missing fields (1)
- SKU, barcode, or FNSKU label file status
Quote blockers
- Label or barcode work selected but files are not ready
Risk tags
- Simple prep scope looks workable if goods arrive identifiable
Next questions
- Are SKU, barcode, or FNSKU label files ready before goods arrive?
What can change the result
- Actual arrived packaging differs from supplier photos
- SKU count, carton count, or unit count changes after supplier confirmation
- Label files, barcode format, FNSKU rules, or platform receiving rules change
- Repack, polybag, damage sorting, or photo proof takes more handling than expected
Manual review is required for fragile goods, batteries, liquids, complex kitting, strict platform categories, certification, or unclear label files. Prep timing starts only after goods arrive and can be identified.
What counts as prep
Make small-batch goods ready for the next route
Prep item
Meaning
Prep itemRemove Chinese labels
MeaningRemove visible Chinese price tags, supplier stickers, or local marketplace labels when possible
Prep itemSKU label
MeaningApply your internal SKU label for Shopify, TikTok Shop, WooCommerce, or 3PL receiving
Prep itemBarcode / FNSKU label
MeaningApply barcode or Amazon FBA FNSKU labels if provided by the seller
Prep itemPolybag
MeaningAdd simple polybag when needed for cleanliness or bundling
Prep itemSimple repack
MeaningReplace damaged outer packaging or move product into a simple neutral package
Prep itemInsert card
MeaningAdd a provided thank-you card or instruction card
Prep itemPhoto confirmation
MeaningTake basic receiving or prep photos before shipping
Prep itemBatch handling
MeaningCount, sort, and prepare a small batch for shipping handoff
Common scenarios
Prep is not only for Amazon FBA
Scenario
Typical need
ScenarioShopify small batch
Typical needRemove supplier labels, add SKU labels, basic photo confirmation
ScenarioTikTok Shop product test
Typical needSmall batch prep, simple repack, fast shipping handoff
ScenarioAmazon FBA / 3PL
Typical needBarcode or FNSKU labels, carton notes, destination-specific caution
ScenarioAliExpress to 1688 switch
Typical needMake low-cost 1688 goods ready for overseas fulfillment
What Supplymo can handle
Quote simple work clearly, review complex work early
Labels and barcodes
SKU labels, barcode labels, FNSKU labels when files are ready.
Basic packaging
Polybag, simple repack, insert cards, and visible label removal.
Warehouse proof
Receiving photos and simple prep confirmation before outbound quote.
Service boundaries
Prep is quote-based work, not a SaaS plan
Boundary
Meaning
BoundaryCan handle
MeaningBasic labels, barcode, polybag, simple repack, photos, and handoff notes
BoundaryNeeds review
MeaningFragile goods, liquids, batteries, strict platform categories, complex carton rules
BoundaryNot V1 default
MeaningWMS, inventory storage, complex kitting, certification, legal compliance, factory QC
Quote readiness
What must be clear before prep can be quoted
Input
Why it matters
InputGoods identity
Why it mattersProduct link, product name, SKU count, carton count, and units
InputDestination path
Why it mattersCustomer, 3PL, FBA, TikTok Shop, Shopify, wholesale, or own warehouse
InputLabel files
Why it mattersSKU, barcode, FNSKU, carton label, insert card, or file status
InputPhoto proof
Why it mattersReceiving, label, carton, finished prep, or issue photos
InputManual review
Why it mattersFragile, battery, liquid, strict platform, regulated, or unclear packaging signal
FAQ
Labeling and prep calculator FAQ
What prep work can Supplymo handle in V1?
V1 focuses on basic label removal, SKU labels, barcode or FNSKU labels when files are ready, polybag, simple repack, insert cards, photo confirmation, counting, and shipping handoff notes.
What makes prep require manual review?
Manual review is needed for fragile goods, batteries, liquids, strict platform categories, regulated products, complex carton rules, unclear label files, complex kitting, or certification-sensitive products.
When does prep timing start?
Prep timing starts only after goods arrive, can be identified, and required label or packaging files are available. It should not be treated as a fixed delivery-time promise.
Can prep change landed cost?
Yes. Labeling, polybag, repack, carton handling, photos, and changed dimensions can affect China-side cost and shipping assumptions before the product is quote-ready.
What should I submit for a prep quote?
Submit the product link, units, SKU count, carton count, target platform, label file status, prep needs, photo requirements, destination, and any fragile or regulated goods signals.
Related route
Use prep cost inside landed cost and assisted order decisions
Warehouse receiving
Prep starts only after goods arrive and are identifiable.
Label readiness
Send SKU, barcode, or FNSKU files before goods arrive.
Product suitability
Soft goods, accessories, and simple packaged items fit better than complex regulated goods.
Next step
Submit product context before treating prep cost as quote-ready
Send the product, units, destination, sales channel, label files, and prep needs. Supplymo can turn the estimate into a written product check or quote review before supplier payment.
Do not approve a supplier shipment just because basic prep looks cheap. Confirm arrived goods, SKU identity, label files, carton condition, platform rules, and photo evidence first.