Urgent Amazon Seller Update: New FBA Meltable Goods Policy Effective April 15, 2025

Attention Amazon Sellers! Amazon has announced strict storage restrictions for heat-sensitive products in its US fulfillment centers. Here’s what you need to know to avoid inventory losses and fees:

​📅 Critical Deadlines
​April 15, 2025:
Amazon FBA will ​STOP accepting meltable goods, even if shipment plans are already created. Any meltable inventory arriving after this date will be ​rejected at the fulfillment center.
​May 1, 2025:
Remaining meltable inventory in FBA warehouses will be marked ​​“Non-Fulfillable”​, disposed of, and incur ​disposal fees charged to sellers.
​**❓ What Are “Meltable Goods”?**
Amazon defines these as products that degrade or melt when exposed to temperatures above ​155°F (68.3°C). Examples include:

​Food: Chocolate, gummies, jelly candies, butter-based items.
​Wax Products: Candles, crayons, wax decorations.
​Cosmetics: Lip balms, skincare creams, wax-based cosmetics.
⚠️ ​Note: Even products with minor meltable components may be flagged under this policy.
​🛑 Seller Action Plan
​Check ASIN Eligibility

Use Amazon’s official ​Meltable ASIN List (updated March 12, 2025) to verify if your products are affected.
Submit ​removal orders by April 10 (recommended buffer deadline) to avoid disposal fees.
​Apply for Exemptions (If Eligible)

If your product is misclassified, submit a manufacturer’s letter on official letterhead confirming heat resistance up to 155°F. Include:
Specific ASIN details
Contact information for verification.
​Alternative Solutions

​Switch to FBM: Use self-fulfillment to continue selling meltable goods during the ban.
​Use Third-Party Warehouses: Store inventory in temperature-controlled facilities until October 15.
​**⚠️ Risks of Non-Compliance**
​Fees: Disposal costs (varies by item size/weight) + potential ​aged inventory surcharges for stock stored over 270 days.
​Revenue Loss: Stranded inventory and disrupted sales during peak summer months.