How to Print Pallet Labels for Amazon Warehousing and Distribution (AWD) Shipments
Amazon AWD shipments require four printed pallet labels per pallet, selectable in 4×6 in, 3⅓×4 in or A4 size. The system auto‑generates a Bill of Lading by the morning of the scheduled pickup, and any changes to pallet or box counts must be updated on the BOL before the carrier arrives to avoid load refusal.
Overview
Sellers sending inventory to Amazon Warehousing and Distribution (AWD) with a partnered carrier must create and attach pallet labels before the shipment reaches the distribution center. The labels carry essential data that warehouse staff use to confirm the inbound load, making them a non‑negotiable part of the AWD inbound workflow. Getting the labeling right prevents delays, extra carrier fees, and inventory hold‑ups.
Key Points
- Label requirement — Every pallet shipped via an AWD partnered carrier must display a printed pallet label; without it the distribution center will reject the load.
- Four copies per pallet — Amazon supplies four identical labels for each pallet, one for each side, so the label is readable from any direction.
- Three printable sizes — Sellers can choose a 4 × 6 in label, a 3 ⅓ × 4 in (US‑letter) label, or a single A4‑page layout, depending on their printer capabilities.
- Box‑level SSCC still needed — Individual cartons on a pallet must retain their own Serial Shipping Container Code (SSCC) label even after palletization.
- Bill of Lading auto‑generated — For partnered‑carrier shipments Amazon creates a Bill of Lading (BOL) and makes it available by the morning of the scheduled pickup.
- Update BOL if quantities change — Any alteration to pallet or box counts after the plan is booked must be reflected on the BOL before the carrier arrives, or the shipment may be refused.
How the Pallet Label Process Works
- Complete pallet configuration (Step 4) — After confirming pallet dimensions, weight limits, and shipping cost estimates, the system moves to the next stage. Example: A seller confirms three 48‑inch pallets, each holding 120 boxes, and accepts the quoted $250 carrier fee.
- Generate labels (Step 5) — The “Print Pallet Labels” button becomes active. Sellers pick their preferred label size, then click “Print.” The platform automatically calculates the total number of labels (pallet count × 4). Example: With three pallets, the system creates twelve 4 × 6 in labels.
Analysis & Recommendations
Why This Matters
Missing or incorrectly placed labels cause the distribution center to reject the load, leading to carrier fees and inventory hold‑ups. An outdated BOL can also result in a refused shipment, delaying inventory arrival and impacting sales velocity.
Key Takeaways
- Every pallet must have four identical labels; Amazon provides them in 4×6 in, 3⅓×4 in, or A4 formats.
- The Bill of Lading is uploaded to the shipment portal by the morning of the pickup and must be printed and given to the driver.
- Any change to pallet or box counts after booking requires editing the BOL before the carrier’s arrival, otherwise the load may be refused.
Recommended Actions
- →In Seller Central, go to Shipments > Inbound > select your AWD shipment, click “Print Pallet Labels,” choose a size, and print four labels per pall...
- →After confirming final pallet and box counts, edit the shipment plan, re‑download the BOL from the same portal, print it, and hand it to the carrie...
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