REJECTED by Amazon Merch: Here's the Best Solution

Summary

The video discusses alternatives for those rejected from Amazon Merch on Demand, focusing on using Amazon Seller Central for print-on-demand sales. It suggests creating a Seller Central account and integrating it with Printful, allowing sellers to upload more designs, run ads, and scale their business faster than with Merch on Demand. Although Seller Central has a monthly fee, the video emphasizes its benefits, including higher profit margins and better visibility. It also highlights the option to order in bulk for increased profits and promises future videos on advertising and product sourcing strategies.

Takeaways

• 💡 If you're rejected by Amazon Merch on Demand, don't give up; there's an alternative approach.
• 💼 Instead of relying on Amazon Merch, create an Amazon Seller Central account to sell print-on-demand products.
• 💰 Seller Central costs $39.99 per month, but it offers greater scalability, profit potential, and access to ads.
• 📊 Unlike Merch on Demand, where you start with limited options, Seller Central allows unlimited product uploads from the start.
• 🔗 Use Printful as a print-on-demand supplier, as it integrates seamlessly with Amazon.
• 🔍 You need a GTIN exemption to sell on Amazon, which can be a one-time process and requires proof of branding.
• 📦 Once your products are live, you can run ads right away to start driving traffic and sales immediately.
• 📈 Profit margins are higher through Seller Central compared to Merch on Demand—$15.75 vs. $8.59 per item sold.
• 🚀 You can eventually scale your business by bulk ordering products from manufacturers like Alibaba to increase profit margins.
• 💡 This strategy opens up the opportunity for a long-term, scalable business that could even be sold in the future.

Q & A

What should you do if you get rejected from Amazon Merch on Demand?

Instead of giving up, you can sell your print-on-demand t-shirts by creating an Amazon Seller Central account. This offers more opportunities, even though it’s a bit more complex.

Why is it not recommended to buy a Merch on Demand account?

Buying a Merch on Demand account can lead to the account being banned quickly, making it a risky and ineffective solution.

What are the advantages of using Amazon Seller Central over Merch on Demand?

Amazon Seller Central is more scalable, offers higher profits, gives access to ads, and allows you to upload more products compared to Merch on Demand, which limits you to tier 10 with no ads.

What is the cost of using Amazon Seller Central, and why is it worth it?

Amazon Seller Central costs $39.99 per month. It's worth it because it offers greater access to tools like ads, allows more uploads, and provides the potential to make more money quickly.

What print-on-demand supplier does the video recommend using with Amazon Seller Central?

The video recommends using Printful because it integrates well with Amazon and is a seamless way to manage print-on-demand products.

What is a GTIN exemption, and why do you need it?

A GTIN (Global Trade Item Number) exemption is required to identify products sold on Amazon. You need to apply for this to start selling products without purchasing GTINs for each item.

How can you get a GTIN exemption for your products?

You can get a GTIN exemption by ordering one of your products from Printful at a discount and submitting proof of brand to Amazon. The process is explained in a tutorial linked in the video.

What benefits does Amazon advertising offer for print-on-demand sellers?

Amazon advertising allows you to drive traffic to your products immediately, unlike Merch on Demand, where you have to rely on organic sales.

How can you increase your profit margins after finding a successful design?

Once a t-shirt design is successful, you can order it in bulk from a supplier like Alibaba at a much lower price, significantly increasing your profit margins.

Why does the video recommend using both Merch on Demand and Seller Central if accepted?

Using both platforms doubles your chances of being seen on Amazon, as Seller Central offers more control and scaling potential, while Merch on Demand is a free way to gain visibility.