Amazon FBA warehouse locations are useful for planning freight lanes, prep-center decisions, and inventory flow, but they are not the final shipping instruction for your goods. For any live FBA shipment, the real ship-to address is the destination Amazon assigns inside Seller Central during the Send to Amazon workflow.
That distinction matters. A public warehouse list can help you understand FC codes, state coverage, and likely delivery regions. It cannot tell your supplier, freight forwarder, or prep team where to deliver a specific shipment unless the address matches the shipment plan, FBA labels, and carrier information generated by Amazon.
This guide from HiSourcing gives you a US-first Amazon FBA warehouse location reference, explains how FC codes work, shows where sellers find the assigned address, and walks through the China-to-FBA prep checks that should happen before goods leave your supplier or China warehouse.
Key Takeaways
- Use warehouse lists for planning: A location list helps estimate freight routes and understand FC codes, but it does not replace Seller Central.
- Seller Central is the source of truth: The shipment workflow assigns the destination address, labels, and shipment records for each inbound FBA shipment.
- The nearest warehouse is not automatically your destination: Amazon may split inventory or route it based on network needs, SKU data, placement options, and shipping method.
- Official public data is code-first: Amazon’s public Seller Central page lists US fulfillment center codes by state, but it does not publish every street address.
- China-to-FBA shipments need clean prep: Confirm FNSKU labels, box labels, carton counts, shipping marks, packing list, and final destination before booking freight.
Amazon FBA warehouse locations: quick answer for sellers
For sellers, an Amazon FBA warehouse location usually means an Amazon fulfillment center or another Amazon-assigned inbound destination where inventory is received before Amazon stores, picks, packs, and ships customer orders. The location is important, but the assigned shipment in Seller Central is more important than any public directory.
Use the list below to understand where Amazon fulfillment center codes appear in the US network. Then use Seller Central to confirm the full address for your own shipment.
| Seller question | Short answer |
|---|---|
| Can I choose the closest Amazon FBA warehouse? | Usually no. Amazon assigns the destination during shipment creation. |
| Can I use a public address list to ship inventory? | Only as a planning reference. Confirm the final ship-to address inside Seller Central. |
| Do FC codes replace street addresses? | No. Codes help identify facilities, but labels and shipment records still need the full assigned destination. |
| Why do destinations change? | Amazon can route inventory based on network capacity, inventory placement, product type, and shipment settings. |
| What should China sellers prepare first? | Product labels, box labels, carton data, QC status, packing list, commercial invoice, and final freight handoff. |
What counts as an Amazon FBA warehouse?
An Amazon FBA warehouse is seller shorthand. In Amazon’s own wording, sellers send products into Amazon’s fulfillment network, and Amazon stores, picks, packs, ships, and handles customer service or returns for FBA orders.
That network includes more than one building type. Not every Amazon building is a place where an FBA seller can send inventory.
| Facility term | What it usually means | Can sellers ship FBA inventory there directly? |
|---|---|---|
| Fulfillment center | A facility that receives, stores, picks, packs, and ships customer orders | Yes, when Seller Central assigns it to the shipment |
| Sortation center | A facility that sorts packages for transportation and delivery flow | Usually no for normal seller-created FBA inventory |
| Delivery station | A last-mile delivery facility closer to shoppers | No for normal FBA inbound shipments |
| Distribution center | A broader logistics term; sometimes used for upstream storage or network movement | Only if Amazon specifically assigns or programs it for your shipment type |
| AWD facility | Amazon Warehousing and Distribution bulk storage and replenishment network | Used through the AWD workflow, not as a normal public FBA address |
| Prep center or 3PL | A third-party warehouse that labels, repacks, or forwards goods | Not Amazon-operated; useful before the Amazon-assigned delivery |
This is why broad searches like “Amazon warehouse near me” can be misleading. A nearby Amazon delivery station may be visible on a map, but that does not make it an FBA receiving destination.
Amazon FBA warehouse locations in the USA
Use this table as a planning reference for Amazon FBA warehouse locations in the USA. The FC codes come from Amazon’s public Seller Central help page, which groups US fulfillment centers by state and explains that the first three characters of a fulfillment center code are based on the IATA airport code of the nearest large airport.
Street addresses are intentionally not filled in here because Amazon’s official public code page does not provide them. For a live shipment, verify the exact address inside Seller Central before printing labels, sending instructions to a supplier, or booking final-mile delivery.
- Last updated: July 14, 2026.
- Source status: official Amazon FC-code list for codes
| State | Official FC codes listed by Amazon | Address guidance for sellers |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona (AZ) | PHX3, PHX5, PHX6, PHX7, PHX8, PHX9 | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
| California (CA) | OAK3, OAK4, OAK5, OAK6, OAK7, ONT2, ONT3, ONT4, ONT5, ONT6, ONT8, ONT9, XUSD | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
| Connecticut (CT) | BDL1 | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
| Delaware (DE) | PHL1, PHL7, PHL9 | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
| Florida (FL) | MCO5, MIA5, TPA1, TPA2, XUSF | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
| Georgia (GA) | ATL6 | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
| Indiana (IN) | IND1, IND2, IND3, IND4, IND5, IND9, SDF8, XUSE | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
| Kansas (KS) | MCI5 | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
| Kentucky (KY) | CVG1, CVG2, CVG3, CVG5, CVG7, CVG8, LEX1, LEX2, SDF1, SDF2, SDF4, SDF6, SDF7, SDF9 | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
| Massachusetts (MA) | BOS5 | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
| Maryland (MD) | BWI2, BWI5 | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
| Minnesota (MN) | MSP5 | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
| North Carolina (NC) | CLT5 | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
| New Hampshire (NH) | BOS1 | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
| New Jersey (NJ) | ACY5, EWR4, EWR5, EWR6, EWR7, EWR8 | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
| Nevada (NV) | LAS2, RNO4 | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
| New York (NY) | JFK7 | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
| Pennsylvania (PA) | ABE2, ABE3, DPH1, MDT1, PHL4, PHL5, PHL6, PIT5, XUSC, XUSG, AVP1 | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
| South Carolina (SC) | CAE1, GSP1 | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
| Tennessee (TN) | BNA1, BNA2, BNA3, BNA5, CHA1, CHA2 | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
| Texas (TX) | DFW6, DFW7, DFW8, DFW9, HOU1, SAT1, XUSB | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
| Virginia (VA) | BWI1, RIC1, RIC2 | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
| Washington (WA) | BFI1, BFI3, BFI5, BFIX, SEA6, SEA8 | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
| Wisconsin (WI) | MKE1, MKE5, MKE7 | Verify the assigned street address in Seller Central. |
The practical rule is simple: use the FC-code list to understand the network; use the shipment plan to deliver inventory. If a freight forwarder asks for “the Amazon warehouse address,” send the address and labels from the actual Seller Central shipment, not a screenshot from a directory.
How to find your assigned Amazon FBA warehouse address in Seller Central
You find the assigned Amazon FBA warehouse address by creating or opening the shipment in Seller Central. Amazon’s shipment workflow, not a public blog list, determines the destination for that specific inventory movement.
Step 1: Create or open your shipment in Send to Amazon
Start from Seller Central and create a shipment through the current FBA shipment workflow. Amazon’s help page for sending FBA inventory says a shipping plan specifies the products, quantities, shipping method and carrier details, and whether you or Amazon will prepare and label the inventory.
Before you ask a supplier or forwarder to ship, confirm the SKU list, quantity, packing template, and box content details. If those inputs change, the shipment details and destination can change too.
Step 2: Confirm the shipping method and destination
Once the shipment workflow confirms the destination, record the full ship-to address, destination code, shipment ID, and delivery method. Small parcel delivery, LTL, FTL, intermodal, Amazon Partner Carrier, AWD, or an international program such as SEND can each involve different handoffs.
For planning, pin down one variable first: whether your goods are already packed and labeled. If labels are not final, you are still planning the shipment; if labels are final, you can instruct your prep team, forwarder, or China warehouse more safely.
Step 3: Print FBA box labels and carrier labels
Box labels connect the physical cartons to the shipment record. Do not let a factory mix cartons after labels are created. Do not print labels before final carton counts and dimensions are stable.
This is where many FBA delays start. A supplier may pack 80 cartons, a prep team may label 78, and a forwarder may book delivery for a different carton count. The warehouse address is only one part of the shipment; box count, box IDs, carton weights, and SKU mapping must match.
Step 4: Share the exact address and labels with your prep team or forwarder
Send your partner the complete destination address, FBA box labels, shipment ID, carton list, pickup address, and delivery method. If you are buying from several suppliers, do not merge goods casually after labels are assigned. Consolidation should happen before final labeling or under a controlled relabeling process.
For China-side prep, a shipping mark and Amazon FBA label are not the same thing. The shipping mark helps identify the export carton in international freight. The FBA label helps Amazon receive the box into the correct shipment.
Why Amazon may split your inventory across multiple FBA warehouses
Amazon may split one inbound shipment across multiple FBA warehouses because the fulfillment network is designed to position inventory close to expected customer demand. For sellers, that can mean multiple destinations, different box labels, and more coordination before the goods arrive.
Splits are frustrating when goods are still in China because they affect carton sorting, pallet planning, delivery appointments, and final-mile quotes. They can also affect whether you send goods directly to FBA, through a US prep center, through AWD, or through a freight forwarder that can handle multiple destinations.
Amazon’s FBA inbound placement service fee page says sellers can see placement options such as minimal shipment splits, partial shipment splits, and Amazon-optimized shipment splits. Availability depends on factors such as product type, quantities in the shipping plan, inventory levels across the network, customer demand, and fulfillment-center capacity.
| Situation | What sellers often want | What to check before deciding |
|---|---|---|
| One SKU, small parcel shipment | One simple delivery | Whether Amazon assigns one or more destinations after packing details are confirmed |
| Multiple SKUs or mixed cartons | Cheapest freight quote | Whether cartons need to be separated by FC code and box label |
| Large ocean shipment from China | Consolidated destination | Whether a prep center, AWD, or split FBA delivery is more practical |
| Bulk inventory for later replenishment | Lower storage and smoother restock | Whether Amazon Warehousing and Distribution fits the SKU, volume, and marketplace |
Amazon describes Amazon Warehousing and Distribution as a bulk-storage solution that can distribute inventory to Amazon and non-Amazon channels, with auto-replenishment into FBA. That makes AWD relevant for some sellers, but it is not the same as sending every carton to a normal FBA fulfillment center.
You do not always need the most complex route. If you are shipping a small test batch, direct FBA or a simple prep-center handoff may be enough. AWD, multi-destination freight, and custom consolidation make more sense when shipment size, SKU count, or replenishment frequency justify the extra coordination.
How Amazon FC codes work
Amazon FC codes identify fulfillment centers, but they are not complete shipping instructions. They help sellers, forwarders, prep centers, and ERP systems recognize the destination, but the code still needs the full Amazon-assigned address and matching shipment labels.
Amazon’s Seller Central help page explains that the first three characters of a fulfillment center identification code come from the IATA airport code of the closest large airport. That is why codes such as PHX, ONT, DFW, BFI, and EWR often resemble airport or metro-area identifiers.
Examples:
| FC code pattern | What it suggests | What it does not prove |
|---|---|---|
| PHX3 / PHX5 | Arizona-area FC code prefix tied to PHX | The exact street address for your shipment |
| ONT8 / ONT9 | California-area FC code prefix tied to ONT | That every ONT-coded building is interchangeable |
| DFW6 / DFW7 | Texas-area FC code prefix tied to DFW | That you can deliver there without a shipment assignment |
| BFI1 / BFI3 | Washington-area FC code prefix tied to BFI | That a public map result is an FBA receiving address |
Use FC codes as a communication shortcut, not as the whole plan. A clean instruction to your logistics partner should include the FC code, full ship-to address, shipment ID, carton count, box labels, delivery method, and any appointment or carrier requirement.
Shipping from China to Amazon FBA warehouses
Shipping from China to Amazon FBA warehouses is possible, but the shipment should be built around the final Seller Central destination and labels. The biggest preventable mistakes usually happen before the freight leg: unfinished QC, unclear carton data, missing FNSKU labels, wrong shipping marks, or suppliers packing goods differently after shipment labels are generated.
If you are comparing routes, start with timing and control. Express or air can move urgent samples and replenishment faster; sea freight is usually more economical for bulky commercial cargo. Direct-to-FBA can reduce handling, while a prep center or China-side warehouse gives you more control over inspection, labeling, kitting, and carton sorting before delivery.
For broader transit planning, see this guide on shipping from China to the USA. For FBA-specific execution, keep this checklist close before goods leave China.
| China-to-FBA prep item | What to confirm | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Seller Central shipment details | Shipment ID, destination FC code, full address, shipping method | Prevents delivery to the wrong Amazon location |
| Unit labels | FNSKU, manufacturer barcode decision, label placement | Helps Amazon identify each sellable unit correctly |
| Box labels | FBA box ID labels printed from the shipment workflow | Connects each carton to the right inbound shipment |
| Carton data | Carton count, dimensions, gross weight, SKU mapping | Supports freight quotes, box content accuracy, and receiving |
| Product condition | Inspection result, defect handling, rework status | Reduces returns and rejected inventory risk |
| Packaging | Polybags, warnings, bundles, inserts, carton strength | Helps meet Amazon and transport handling requirements |
| Export documents | Packing list, commercial invoice, HS code, importer details | Supports customs and freight handoff |
| Origin marking | Country-of-origin marking where required | CBP says imported goods generally need English country-of-origin marking unless an exception applies |
| Shipping marks | PO number, carton numbers, destination, handling marks | Helps identify cartons during consolidation and international freight |
Before freight booking, ask one decision question: are you trying to save handling time or control risk? Direct-to-FBA saves one warehouse touch. A prep or consolidation step buys inspection, labeling control, multi-supplier sorting, and the ability to fix packaging before the goods reach Amazon.
If your order involves multiple suppliers, bundles, or private-label packaging, a quality control checklist and a clear product spec sheet should be ready before mass production finishes. Packaging dimensions, carton strength, barcode placement, and label rules are much cheaper to fix in China than after a shipment is refused, delayed, or relabeled in the US.
For Incoterms, compare FOB vs DDP before you commit. FOB gives more cost visibility and control if you have a forwarder; DDP is simpler but can hide routing, duty, or compliance details. Paying for convenience buys fewer handoffs for you, not a guarantee that Amazon will accept every carton.
If you need China-side help, an Amazon FBA sourcing agent or prep partner can receive goods, check quantities, apply labels, consolidate cartons, and coordinate the shipment handoff. HiSourcing supports sourcing, QC, warehousing, FBA prep, consolidation, and shipping coordination from Yiwu, which is useful when the shipment depends on several suppliers rather than one ready-packed factory order.
Mistakes to avoid when using Amazon warehouse location lists
Amazon warehouse location lists are useful when they reduce uncertainty. They are risky when sellers treat them as live delivery instructions.
| Mistake | Why it happens | Better action |
|---|---|---|
| Shipping to the nearest warehouse | Google Maps and “near me” searches feel intuitive | Use the destination assigned in Seller Central |
| Copying a third-party street address | Many competitor lists publish addresses without clear source status | Verify the full address inside the shipment record |
| Confusing delivery stations with fulfillment centers | All Amazon buildings can look similar in local search | Check whether the facility type accepts FBA inbound inventory |
| Booking freight before labels are final | Freight quotes are requested before carton data is stable | Finalize carton count, box content, and labels first |
| Mixing cartons after box labels are printed | Suppliers or warehouses consolidate goods casually | Keep carton-to-label mapping controlled |
| Ignoring customs and importer data | Sellers focus on Amazon receiving and forget import documents | Work with a qualified broker or forwarder for duties, HS codes, and entry details |
| Treating tax as a simple warehouse-location question | Inventory storage can create compliance questions in some cases | Ask a tax professional or use tax software; do not rely on a location list alone |
The quiet risk is operational mismatch. Your forwarder may deliver to the right city but the wrong building, or your cartons may arrive at the right FC with labels that point to a different shipment. In FBA, the address, labels, and shipment record need to agree.
FAQ about Amazon FBA warehouse locations
How do I find my Amazon FBA warehouse address?
You find your Amazon FBA warehouse address inside Seller Central when you create or open the shipment. The public FC-code list helps with planning, but your shipment’s real destination appears in the shipment workflow, shipment summary, labels, and carrier information. Share that exact address with your factory, prep center, or freight forwarder.
Can I ship to the closest Amazon FBA warehouse?
No, you should not ship to the closest Amazon FBA warehouse unless Seller Central assigns that location to your shipment. Amazon may route inventory to another fulfillment center or split a shipment across several destinations. The closest building may also be a delivery station or sortation center that does not receive normal FBA inbound inventory.
What is an Amazon FBA warehouse?
An Amazon FBA warehouse usually means an Amazon fulfillment center where FBA inventory is received, stored, picked, packed, and shipped for customer orders. Sellers often use “warehouse” informally, but Amazon’s network also includes sortation centers, delivery stations, distribution facilities, AWD storage, and other building types that do different jobs.
What does an Amazon FC code mean?
An Amazon FC code identifies a fulfillment center, and the first three characters are based on the IATA airport code of the closest large airport according to Amazon’s Seller Central help page. Codes such as ONT8, DFW6, or PHX3 are useful for communication, but they do not replace the full assigned ship-to address.
Why did Amazon split my inventory across several warehouse locations?
Amazon may split inventory across several warehouse locations to place stock where the fulfillment network needs it. For sellers, that can mean separate box labels, different delivery destinations, and more careful carton sorting. If you are shipping from China, confirm the final split before palletizing, booking final-mile delivery, or instructing your supplier.
What happens if I ship to the wrong Amazon FBA address?
If you ship to the wrong Amazon FBA address, the shipment may be delayed, refused, rerouted, or harder to reconcile. The exact outcome depends on carrier handling, shipment status, label accuracy, and Amazon receiving rules. Contact Seller Support or your carrier quickly, but prevention is better: use only the address and labels from the shipment workflow.
Can I ship directly from China to Amazon FBA?
Yes, many sellers ship directly from China to Amazon FBA, but the shipment still needs correct labels, carton data, customs documents, and the Amazon-assigned destination. Direct shipping can save a warehouse touch, while a prep or consolidation step can reduce label, packaging, and QC risk before goods enter international transit.
What is the difference between an Amazon fulfillment center, sortation center, and distribution center?
An Amazon fulfillment center is where sellable inventory is stored and customer orders are picked, packed, and shipped. A sortation center helps sort packages within the delivery network. A distribution center or AWD facility can support upstream storage or inventory distribution. For FBA sellers, the key question is not the name but whether Seller Central assigned that facility to your shipment.
Final thoughts
Amazon FBA warehouse locations help you understand the fulfillment network, but they should not be used as standalone shipping instructions. Use public FC codes and state lists for planning, then confirm the exact destination, labels, and shipment records in Seller Central before goods move.
Hope this guide helps you plan FBA shipments with fewer address and label surprises. If you have questions about preparing products for Amazon FBA from China, feel free to reach out.
We are HiSourcing, based in Yiwu with a 6,000-square-meter warehouse, supporting sourcing, consolidation, QC, and shipping from China. If you want to get FBA-ready cartons checked, labeled, and consolidated before shipment, contact us for a free consultation.
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References & Sources
- Amazon fulfillment centers in the US – Amazon Seller Central
- Amazon FBA: Fulfillment services for your ecommerce business – Amazon
- Amazon Warehousing and Distribution – Amazon
- Partner Carrier program – Amazon
- Send FBA inventory to Amazon – Amazon Seller Central
- FBA inbound placement service fee – Amazon Seller Central
- Amazon SEND program – Amazon Seller Central
- Marking of Country of Origin on U.S. Imports – U.S. Customs and Border Protection
