Overview

Amazon has introduced real‑time shipment tracking for Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) removal orders, giving sellers visibility into the exact location of inventory that is being returned from Amazon’s fulfillment centers. The feature launched in early 2024 and is embedded directly within the existing removal order reports, eliminating the need for separate tools. Sellers who rely on timely removal of stock can now coordinate receiving, avoid unexpected fees, and verify deliveries with concrete data.

Key Points

• Real‑time visibility — Each removal shipment now shows a live carrier‑tracking number that updates as the package moves, similar to standard outbound orders.
• Shipment‑level detail — Tracking is attached to individual shipments inside a removal order, so sellers can see the status of each pallet or box rather than a single “order shipped” flag.
• Clickable carrier links — By selecting the tracking number, sellers are taken to the carrier’s website (UPS, FedEx, USPS, etc.) where the current delivery estimate is displayed.
• Seamless integration — The new data appears in the same removal‑order report interface used today, meaning no new dashboard or learning curve is required.
• Improved reconciliation — With shipment‑specific numbers, sellers can match received items to the exact removal request, making it easier to spot partial deliveries or lost inventory.

How Shipment Tracking Works

1. Generate a removal‑order report — In Seller Central, navigate to Reports → Fulfillment → Removal Orders and select the desired date range. For example, a seller pulling 500 units of a seasonal product would run the report for the week the order was placed.
2. Locate the order ID — The report lists each removal order by its unique ID. Clicking the ID expands a view of all shipments tied to that order. In our example, the seller sees two shipments: one 300‑unit pallet and one 200‑unit box.
3. View the tracking number — Next to each shipment line, a column now displays a carrier‑tracking number. The seller can click the number to open the carrier’s tracking page, which shows the current location, transit milestones, and estimated delivery date.