Case Study 1
A mid-size electronics seller had $42,000 stranded after Amazon restricted their ASIN. Seller Candy filed multiple escalations and got the inventory active in under 10 days.
Best Practices for Fixing Stranded Amazon FBA Inventory
Stop paying Amazon storage fees for inventory that customers can’t even buy. Learn what causes stranded inventory, how to fix it, and how to prevent it from happening again.
Introduction
Nothing is more frustrating than paying Amazon storage fees for inventory that customers can’t even buy. Stranded FBA inventory leaves your products stuck in limbo, draining profits and creating stress. The good news? You can fix it—and prevent it from happening again.
What Causes Stranded Inventory?
- A listing was closed or deleted.
- Pricing errors push an item “out of range.”
- The ASIN is restricted or needs brand/category approval.
- Product data is incomplete (e.g., missing images, attributes).
- Account policy flags prevent the listing from going live.
If stranded inventory is unresolved for 90 days, Amazon may automatically dispose of it depending on your FBA return/disposal settings.
Step-by-Step Fixes
- Log in to Seller Central → Inventory → Stranded Inventory.
- Note Amazon’s reason code.
- Apply the fix: relist, edit pricing, update attributes, or request approvals.
- If blocked, open a case with Seller Support.
- For recurring issues, set up weekly monitoring—or partner with Seller Candy to handle it for you.
Case Studies
Case Study 2
A beauty brand faced recurring pricing errors across 120 SKUs. Seller Candy built an SOP that reduced stranded cases by 85% within two months.
Case Study 3
A small toy seller lost listings during Q4. By monitoring stranded inventory daily, Seller Candy saved them from over $7,500 in potential disposal fees.
Why Choose Seller Candy Over DIY or Agencies
- DIY: Wasted time in Seller Central and risky trial-and-error.
- Agencies: Often bundle fixes into large retainers, costing more than the issue itself.
- Seller Candy: Dedicated expert team, clear case ownership, and rapid turnaround—without bloated agency contracts.
Prevention Best Practices
- Monitor stranded inventory weekly.
- Use automated pricing tools with guardrails.
- Keep product data complete and compliant.
- Partner with a team like Seller Candy for proactive monitoring.
FAQ
What is stranded Amazon FBA inventory?
Inventory stored at Amazon but not available for sale due to listing or policy issues.
How long before Amazon removes stranded inventory?
Typically 30–90 days depending on the reason.
Can I prevent stranded inventory?
Yes—regular monitoring, clean data, and timely approval processes reduce risk.
Don’t let stranded inventory drain your profits. Let Seller Candy fix the mess—fast.