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Commercial Invoice for Amazon Sellers — Full Guide

Step-by-step guide to preparing commercial invoices for Amazon international shipments: Amazon's invoice requirements, how to generate invoices that meet Amazon's standards, what HS codes and country of origin Amazon requires, and how to handle FBA and MF-shipped international orders.

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When Amazon sellers need a commercial invoice

A commercial invoice is required for: FBA international shipments from China or another origin to an Amazon fulfillment center abroad, MF orders shipped internationally from a seller's location in one country to a buyer in another, and any shipment where the carrier or destination country requires customs documentation.

Amazon's commercial invoice requirements

Amazon requires that the commercial invoice include: seller name and address, Amazon order number, buyer name and address, item descriptions matching the Amazon listing, quantity and unit value per item, total shipment value, currency, HS code (up to 6 digits minimum), country of origin for each item, Incoterms. Amazon may reject invoices that do not include all required fields.

Adding HS codes and country of origin to Amazon listings

Amazon requires HS codes for products shipped internationally. The HS code field is in the Amazon seller catalog under More Details or the compliance section. Country of origin is required for many product categories.

Generating commercial invoices for FBA shipments

Use the Commercial Invoice Generator with the FBA shipment line items from Amazon's shipment workflow. Enter each SKU, quantity, declared value, HS code, and country of origin. Print or attach the resulting commercial invoice to the outside of each box in the shipment.

Common mistakes for Amazon commercial invoices

Missing HS codes: Amazon requires 6-digit HS codes for international shipments. Incorrect country of origin: this must be the country where the product was manufactured, not the warehouse or seller's country. Mismatch between invoice and Amazon listing.

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Use the Commercial Invoice Generator to prepare a draft, verify the HS codes and origin in official tariff databases, and review with your freight forwarder or Amazon FBA documentation requirements before filing.

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Reviewed by Ryan Cole

Ryan Cole maintains TariffCatalog from the perspective of a long-time ecommerce operator with 15+ years of experience in product catalog, international shipping, and pre-shipment data workflows. This page is reviewed for guide workflow clarity, source-check clarity, and estimate-only or candidate-only wording.

TariffCatalog is a preparation aid, not a customs broker, legal, tax, or freight-forwarding service. Verify final classifications, rates, documents, and filing treatment with official sources or qualified professionals.

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References to verify

USITC HTS

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CBP

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EU TARIC

Use this official source when checking final classification, duty treatment, or customs requirements.

UK Trade Tariff

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FAQ

Common questions

Does Amazon FBA automatically generate a commercial invoice?

Amazon FBA generates a shipping label and may create a customs documentation file, but the merchant is responsible for ensuring the commercial invoice attached to each box includes accurate HS codes, country of origin, and declared values.

What HS code does Amazon require?

Amazon requires 6-digit HS codes minimum for international shipments. Enter the HS code in the Amazon listing's More Details or compliance section.

How do I handle country of origin for Amazon products manufactured in multiple countries?

If a product is manufactured in more than one country, use the country where the final substantial transformation occurred. Document this determination and use it consistently across Amazon listings and commercial invoices.

Do Amazon MF sellers need commercial invoices for international orders?

Yes. Merchant-fulfilled international orders that cross a border require a commercial invoice for customs clearance. Amazon does not generate this document automatically.

What happens if Amazon rejects my commercial invoice?

Amazon may reject shipments with incomplete or inaccurate commercial invoices at the fulfillment center or during customs clearance. Common rejection reasons include missing HS codes, incorrect country of origin, and value discrepancies.

Can I use the same commercial invoice template for all Amazon shipments?

The same template structure works for all shipments, but each commercial invoice must reflect the actual order details: order number, item descriptions, SKUs, quantities, values, HS codes, and country of origin for that specific shipment.

How do I handle HS codes for bundle products on Amazon?

For bundle products, use the HS code that reflects the primary component of the bundle. Amazon may require separate HS codes for each item in the bundle depending on the destination country's requirements.

Last reviewed: July 2026

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