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Export to the US, Canada, Mexico and go global
Sell on Amazon international marketplaces in North America.
Get started with $50,000 in incentives
Ready to sell with Amazon? As a new seller, you can take advantage of a series of incentives.
10% back on your first $50,000 in branded sales, then 5% back through your first year until you reach $1,000,000
$200 credit towards fulfillment costs when you use Amazon Global Selling SEND
$400 credit for inbound placement costs
Free storage and customer returns with auto-enrollment in the FBA New Selection program
$50 credit to create Sponsored Products or Sponsored Brands ads
*This offer is limited to selling on Amazon US, UK, France, Italy, Spain, or Germany marketplaces.
Terms and conditions apply.
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Why export to America?
The export of Made in India goods to the USA and countries across North America have seen a steady rise over the last few years. More and more Indian MSMEs are expanding their local businesses to the world to benefit from the growth in trade and opportunities.
Trends in exports from India to North America
Top shopping site
Amazon is one of the top e-commerce shopping destinations across the three countries.
50%
Approximate business growth by Indian exporters on Amazon Global Selling during Prime Day 2022
$905 billion
Expected e-commerce sales across North America in 20224
Top reasons to export to North America from India
With billions of monthly visits to the Amazon marketplaces, Amazon USA, Canada and Mexico marketplaces allow Indian sellers to reach new customers and increase their sales through an export business.
Unified seller account
Create one account and start selling in three marketplaces: amazon.com (USA), amazon.ca (Canada) and amazon.com.mx (Mexico).
Amazon’s tools for easy exports
Focus on your business and let Amazon help you with international shipping and logistics. With Amazon FBA, exporting from India to the USA, Canada and Mexico is hassle-free.
Amazon’s international sale events
Increase sales by selling in North America events like Prime Day, Christmas, Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Brand protection and growth
Being some of the most visited marketplaces across North America, Amazon helps your business grow.
Top products to export to North America
Some of the top products and bestsellers on Amazon marketplaces in North America are:
Home textile
Leather products
Jewellery
Toys
Tea
Spices
Documents required to export to North America from India
To export from India to North America, some of the documents that an exporter needs to obtain are:
- Importer Exporter Code (IEC)
- Purchase order
- Commercial Invoice cum Packing List
- Pro forma Invoice
- Bill of Exchange
- Certificate of Origin
- Insurance Certificate
- Certificates of Inspection (if applicable)
- Certificate of Health or Sanitation (if applicable)
- Other product-specific documents like US FDA for food products, medical devices and drugs, Phytosanitary Certificates for exporting plant or plant products, etc. (if applicable).
How to export to North America with Amazon Global Selling?
Starting an e-commerce exports business is easy and hassle-free with Amazon. Below are the steps you can follow to start exporting:
1
Decide what to sell
Choosing what products to export from India to America is a crucial step. It is important to understand product demand and plan your business goals. Amazon facilitates export of 30+ product categories that can be exported from India to the USA, Canada and Mexico.
2
Register and create a seller account
You can register and create your Amazon global seller account by submitting a few KYC documents and credit card details.
3
List your products
Once registered, list your products. You need to have SKU details and other product information (model number, size, expiry date, etc.).
4
Ship your products and fulfill orders
Exporters can choose to ship via Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA), which allows safe and easy shipping of export products by facilitating pickup, storage, delivery and customer care services. Or, exporters can also choose third-party logistics services.
5
Receive payments and grow your business
Receive payments in your currency in a hassle-free way with Amazon Global Selling. You can use international solutions and tools like Amazon Advertising, A+ Content and Brand Registry to grow your business.
Amazon Exports Digest 2024
Exports Digest 2024 explores the transformative role of technology in shaping e-commerce exports. It showcases the latest data on top Indian states in terms of exports, bestselling Indian products, and top and emerging marketplaces.
Expert support for global expansion
Webinars and educational videos to help your learn how to export from India to North America.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to the frequently asked questions about selling in North America.
How can I register myself as a seller for marketplaces in America like Amazon USA?
If you are new to selling on Amazon,
- Click on the register now
- Fill the required details and click on submit button
If you are already selling on Amazon India,
- Sign in With your seller central account
- Click on sell global section
- Choose the marketplace where you want to expand and register
What are the details required to register myself as an exporter for America through Amazon?
Amazon Global Selling has made exports easy for Indian MSMEs. To register as an exporter with Amazon Global Selling, all you need is:
- Email address
- Valid business address
- Credit card with international transactions enabled
Is there any special document required for exporting food products?
Yes. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issues special certificates depending on different export products, like Certificate of Free Sale for cosmetics and dietary supplements, certificate to Foreign Government for the export of human drugs, Certificate of Exportability for conventional foods and food additives, etc.
What are the export documents required to sell internationally?
To export from India, sellers have to obtain certain export documents and comply with regulations. Export documents and compliance depends on the product category, origin (India) and destination country. To make your export journey easy, Amazon supports you by providing guidance on the key requirements and regulations, and connects you with experts who will assist you in obtaining your documentation through the Exports Compliance Dashboard.
I don’t have a Amazon India seller account. Can I still sell on other Amazon international marketplaces like the USA, the UK, etc?
Yes, you do not need an Amazon India seller account to sell globally. Simply register and create a seller account in the Amazon marketplace you want to sell your products in.
How to ship from India to the US?
Exporters can choose to ship via Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA), which allows safe and easy shipping of export products by facilitating pickup, storage, delivery and customer care services. Or, exporters can also choose third-party logistics services.
I am already selling on Amazon.in and have a Seller Central account. How can I sell globally with Amazon?
If you are already selling in Amazon.in, all you need to do is decide the country you want to sell in and simply follow the easy steps mentioned here.
Sources:
1. https://www.ceicdata.com/en/indicator/india/total-exports-to-usa
2. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_largest_consumer_markets
3. https://www.statista.com/statistics/270126/largest-stock-exchange-operators-by-market-capitalization-of-listed-companies/
4. https://sell.amazon.com/
5. https://www.statista.com/statistics/272391/us-retail-e-commerce-sales-forecast/
6. https://www.similarweb.com/corp/blog/sales/selling-to-ecommerce/top-50-ecommerce-companies-in-the-usa/
7. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_the_largest_trading_partners_of_the_United_States
1. https://www.ceicdata.com/en/indicator/india/total-exports-to-usa
2. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_largest_consumer_markets
3. https://www.statista.com/statistics/270126/largest-stock-exchange-operators-by-market-capitalization-of-listed-companies/
4. https://sell.amazon.com/
5. https://www.statista.com/statistics/272391/us-retail-e-commerce-sales-forecast/
6. https://www.similarweb.com/corp/blog/sales/selling-to-ecommerce/top-50-ecommerce-companies-in-the-usa/
7. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_the_largest_trading_partners_of_the_United_States