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Export to the US from India with Amazon Global Selling
Expand to the US and sell on one of Amazon’s largest international marketplaces.
It takes less than 15 minutes to register.
Why export to the US?
The Amazon US (amazon.com) marketplace is one of the largest and most popular Amazon international marketplaces, making it a great first step for Indian sellers looking to go global. With demand for ‘Made in India’ products rising steadily in the US, now is the perfect time to start selling in the US and reach millions of global customers.
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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India to US export trends
#1
The US has one of the largest consumer markets in the world.1
17.71%
Of total exports from India go to the US.
$1.3 trillion
Expected e-commerce sales in the US in 2025.
Top reasons to export to the US with Amazon Global Selling
Scope for new brands
Sell to a diverse consumer base with a wide range of cultural and demographic preferences.
Advanced tools for hassle-free exports
Focus on your business and let Amazon help you with compliance, shipping, payments, and more. With Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA), exporting from India to the US, Canada, and Mexico is hassle-free.
Year-round international sale events
Increase revenue by selling during peak sale events like Prime Day, Christmas, and Black Friday and Cyber Monday in North America.
Brand protection and growth
Amazon helps your brand grow through Brand Registry, a range of tools designed to help you protect and differentiate your brand.
Top products to export to the US
Some top-performing product categories for Indian exporters on Amazon US are:
Documents required to export to the US from India
To export from India to the US, some of the documents that an exporter needs to obtain are:
- Importer Exporter Code (IEC)
- Authorised Dealer code
- Letter of undertaking (LUT)
- Importer on record
- Purchase order
- Commercial invoice cum packing list
- Proforma invoice
- Certificate of origin
- Insurance certificate
- Certificates of inspection (if applicable)
- Certificate of health or sanitation (if applicable)
- Other product-specific documents like US FDA licenses for food products, medical devices and drugs, phytosanitary certificates for exporting plant or plant products, etc. (if applicable).
Need help with export documentation? Try Export Navigator — our one-stop export compliance dashboard for Indian exporters.
How to export to the US with Amazon Global Selling?
Starting an e-commerce export business is easy and hassle-free with Amazon. Here are the steps you can follow to sell in the US with Amazon Global Selling:
1
Decide what to sell
Choosing what products to sell on Amazon USA and other North American marketplaces is a crucial step. Understand product demand in your target market and create a business plan. Amazon facilitates export of many product categories that can be exported from India to the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
2
Register and create a seller account
Register and create your Amazon global seller account by submitting a few KYC documents and credit card details.
3
List your products
List your products to make them visible to customers on Amazon marketplaces. You need to have SKU details and other product information (model number, size, expiry date, etc.).
4
Ship and fulfill your orders
Choose to manage your own logistics through Merchant Fulfilled Network (MFN) or get expert support from Amazon to store, pack, ship, and deliver internationally with Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA).
How much does it cost to sell in the US?
Amazon Global Selling allows you to choose a suitable selling plan from India to the US, as per your business goals.
Resources for global expansion
Discover knowledge and tools to drive global success. Browse through our catalog of self-help resources or attend our live webinars to get detailed insights on selling to North America.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to the frequently asked questions about selling in the US.
Which product is most exported from India?
Apparel, home, beauty, health and personal care, and toys are among the top product categories for Indian exporters on Amazon Global Selling.
Is there any special document required for exporting food products?
Yes. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issues special certificates depending on different export products, like a Certificate of Free Sale for cosmetics and dietary supplements, a Certificate to Foreign Government for the export of human drugs, a 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 documentation requirements depend 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 Export Navigator.
I don’t have a Amazon India seller account. Can I still sell on other Amazon international marketplaces like the US, the UK, etc?
Yes, you do not need an Amazon India seller account to sell globally. Simply register and create a seller account on Seller Central to start selling globally.
What are the top 10 countries exporting to the USA?
The following are the top 10 countries that export to the US (as of November 2024):
• Mexico
• Canada
• China
• Japan
• Germany
• South Korea
• Switzerland
• Vietnam
• Taiwan
• India
• Mexico
• Canada
• China
• Japan
• Germany
• South Korea
• Switzerland
• Vietnam
• Taiwan
• India
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.businessinsider.in/top-10-largest-economies-in-the-world/articleshow/70547252.cms
2. https://content.dgft.gov.in/Website/dgftprod/8036c8c6-e9cc-49a6-ae21-c30594e6f2a9/Monthly%20Bulletin%20on%20Foreign%20Trade%20Statistics%20-%20March%202024.pdf
3. https://www.oberlo.com/statistics/us-ecommerce-market-share
4. https://www.census.gov/foreign-trade/statistics/highlights/topcm.html
1. https://www.businessinsider.in/top-10-largest-economies-in-the-world/articleshow/70547252.cms
2. https://content.dgft.gov.in/Website/dgftprod/8036c8c6-e9cc-49a6-ae21-c30594e6f2a9/Monthly%20Bulletin%20on%20Foreign%20Trade%20Statistics%20-%20March%202024.pdf
3. https://www.oberlo.com/statistics/us-ecommerce-market-share
4. https://www.census.gov/foreign-trade/statistics/highlights/topcm.html
Export to the US from India with Amazon Global Selling
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