Prepare products for ecommerce, retail and global delivery before they leave China. SFC connects kitting, custom packaging, subscription box assembly, quality checks and channel preparation with the warehouse workflow that follows.
Standard fulfillment moves inventory through receiving, storage, picking, packing and shipping. Value-added fulfillment services add product-specific work before an item enters stock or before an order leaves the warehouse.
That work can include building a kit, adding a marketing insert, preparing a subscription box, using custom protective materials, checking product condition or preparing inventory for a sales channel. It gives brands a documented bridge between manufacturing and ecommerce fulfillment in China.
The objective is not extra handling for its own sake. Each action should follow a clear instruction, produce a defined finished result and fit into the wider SFC fulfillment network.
Choose the operation that matches the product and sales channel. Each service is planned around the product data, materials, batch size and finished result confirmed for the project.
Combine products, accessories, inserts or campaign items into one defined SKU or order-ready set. Use a bill of materials and packing reference so the same combination can be repeated across the batch.
Review dedicated kitting and assembly services or read the kitting and assembly guide.
Add approved boxes, protective materials, thank-you cards, instructions or campaign inserts to create a consistent unboxing experience while protecting the product in transit.
Compare available packaging materials and the guide to custom packaging for ecommerce.
Prepare a recurring box around the SKU list, quantity, presentation order and packaging instructions supplied for each batch. Finished boxes can then move into storage or scheduled dispatch.
Plan packaging around the protection the product needs while considering recyclable paper-based materials and reduced unnecessary packing where the approved product and shipping requirements allow.
Check visible condition, quantity, SKU or packaging against the rules confirmed for the task. The inspection scope must be defined before work begins; a visual warehouse check is not a laboratory or certification test.
See how warehouse quality control supports fulfillment preparation.
Prepare inventory around the product, carton and inbound requirements confirmed for the Amazon shipment. This work is planned separately from direct-to-consumer fulfillment because channel rules and inbound steps differ.
Review the dedicated Amazon FBA prep service.
Use the finished result, not the service name alone, to decide which operation belongs in the workflow.
Every project still requires the exact product information, materials, quantities and acceptance rules to be confirmed before execution.
| Service | Typical input | Warehouse action | Finished result | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitting and assembly | Component list, quantities and reference layout | Collect and combine the approved items | One repeatable set, bundle or finished SKU | Bundles, launch kits, accessories and campaign rewards |
| Custom packaging | Product, box, insert and protection requirements | Pack the item using the approved presentation | Order-ready branded or protective package | DTC brands and products with a defined unboxing experience |
| Subscription box assembly | Batch list, item count and presentation order | Build the recurring box to the confirmed configuration | Completed boxes ready for storage or dispatch | Monthly, quarterly or campaign-based subscription programs |
| Quality checks | Visual standard, SKU data and check instructions | Inspect the confirmed points and separate exceptions | Stock organized according to the approved result | Supplier receipts and products requiring visible checks |
| FBA preparation | Amazon shipment plan and current inbound requirements | Prepare products and cartons for the confirmed shipment | Inventory ready for the next Amazon inbound step | Amazon sellers sourcing or consolidating products in China |
A documented sequence keeps the operation connected to inventory and prevents a custom task from becoming an isolated warehouse request.
Provide SKU data, quantity, reference images, materials and the required finished result.
Align the steps, sample or reference, acceptance standard and batch information.
Products and materials enter the China warehouse and are organized for the approved work.
Carry out the defined operation and separate items that do not match the confirmed standard.
Finished inventory enters storage, pick and pack fulfillment or the next dispatch step.
The same warehouse capability can solve different operating problems. The instructions and finished configuration change with the selling model.
Prepare coordinated packaging, product inserts and bundles before the launch inventory enters everyday order processing.
Build each scheduled batch around the confirmed item list and presentation rules, then hold completed boxes for release.
Organize reward tiers, accessories and campaign inserts before global backer orders move into crowdfunding fulfillment.
Separate channel preparation from direct ecommerce orders and follow the current shipment plan confirmed for the project.
Create a controlled bundle instead of relying on ad hoc packing decisions when the promotion begins.
Use approved packaging, printed materials and product placement to keep presentation consistent across eligible orders.
When products are sourced or manufactured in China, completing product preparation near suppliers can connect corrections, packaging materials and inventory handling before international distribution begins.
The completed stock can then move into China warehouse services or directly into China order fulfillment, depending on the confirmed inventory plan.
Pricing depends on the physical work and materials required for the confirmed result. A useful quote describes the operation rather than naming only the general service.
Prepare the information below so the warehouse team can review the scope without filling gaps with assumptions.
Total quantity, frequency and whether work is completed in one batch or across recurring releases.
The number of items handled, assembled, checked, folded, inserted or packed for each finished unit.
Boxes, inserts, protective materials, tape and any customer-supplied components required for the operation.
The number of variants, bundle combinations and rules needed to prevent the wrong configuration.
The visual checks, quantity checks, reference sample or record required before the batch is accepted.
Project schedule, release date and any confirmed marketplace or inbound preparation requirements.
Share the SKU, quantity, operation steps, packaging materials, acceptance standard and target schedule for project review.
Use these answers to define the project before requesting a quote.
They are product-specific warehouse operations completed in addition to receiving, storage, picking, packing and shipping. Examples on this page include kitting, custom packaging, subscription box assembly, defined quality checks and Amazon FBA preparation.
Basic fulfillment moves a finished SKU from inventory into an order. Value-added fulfillment changes, combines, checks or prepares the product or package according to instructions before storage or dispatch.
Yes. The component list, quantity, layout, finished SKU and acceptance rule need to be confirmed before the operation begins.
Project materials can be reviewed as part of the setup. The dimensions, quantities, delivery plan and packing instructions must match the product and workflow.
Yes. Each batch requires a confirmed item list, quantity, presentation order, packaging instructions and release plan.
Prepare written steps, product and SKU data, reference images or samples, materials, quantities and the finished acceptance standard. The exact project setup is confirmed before execution.
Provide SKU details, product dimensions, batch quantity, steps per unit, supplied or required materials, check requirements and the target completion schedule.
Yes. Once the confirmed operation is complete, finished inventory can move into storage or the applicable order workflow.
SFC has a dedicated Amazon FBA prep service. The shipment plan and current inbound requirements must be reviewed for each project.
Pricing is based on factors such as quantity, steps per unit, materials, SKU complexity, check requirements, project timing and channel rules.
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