Q1 2026 FBA Prep: How to Avoid West Coast Port Congestion Delays to ONT8

Introduction

With Prime Day 2026 approaching, Amazon FBA sellers are preparing inventory. West Coast port congestion causes delays to ONT8.

As a licensed FMC NVOCC freight forwarder, Forest Leopard helps Amazon sellers. Learn more →

Why Ports Are Congested

1. Panama Canal Restrictions - Water level issues limit transits
2. Pre-Prime Day Rush - 60% ship March-April
3. IPI Threshold - Amazon IPI increased to 500

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Shipping Options

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ONT8 Info

• Address: 1975 E Central Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92408
• Processing: 5-7 days peak

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Timeline

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Cost Example: 1000kg

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Mistakes to Avoid

1. Book by March 15
2. Verify FBA labels
3. Check HS codes
4. Keep air backup

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Why Forest Leopard

• ✅ FMC Licensed
• ✅ Matson Partner
• ✅ DDP Pricing
• ✅ Tracking
• ✅ LA Warehouse

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Conclusion

1. ✅ Book by March 15
2. ✅ Choose Matson
3. ✅ Use DDP
4. ✅ Verify compliance

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