E-Commerce Package Testing
For e-commerce retailers, damaged or compromised shipments don’t just result in losses—they can harm customer trust and brand reputation. That’s where e-commerce package testing can help. By simulating the conditions packages face in transit, these advanced methods help safeguard shipments, whether you’re selling apparel, electronics, or perishable goods. Discover how our team at Purple Diamond can help your e-commerce product reach consumers safely.
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What is E-Commerce Package Testing?
Safeguard your shipments, reduce waste, and deliver exceptional customer experience.
As e-commerce grows, so do the challenges of ensuring products reach customers intact. Product damage, packaging failures, temperature sensitivity, delays. There are countless hurdles your product must overcome before it can reach your consumer. Here at Purple Diamond, our team of experts specializes in e-commerce package testing, helping retailers identify packaging vulnerabilities, address supply chain issues, and minimize damages during transit. Whether selling directly to consumers or through platforms like Amazon, our testing protocols simulate real-world shipping hazards to ensure your packaging can withstand the rigors of distribution.
We leverage internationally recognized testing standards, such as ISTA, ASTM, and Amazon-specific certifications, to validate and optimize your packaging solutions. From ISTA 3A testing for parcel delivery systems to Amazon’s Ships in Own Container (SIOC) and Frustration-Free Packaging (FFP) protocols, we ensure your products are protected while meeting industry standards.
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Amazon E-Commerce Package Testing
Purple Diamond is a certified member of Amazon’s Amazon Packaging Support and Supplier Network (APASS). As a result, our team is capable of providing you with the proper e-commerce package testing you need to achieve Amazon’s stringent packaging certifications and get your product into the hands of consumers.
Retailers who meet Amazon’s packaging requirements experience enhanced sustainability and improved customer experience. There are three tiers of certification you can achieve, and our team at Purple Diamond is equipped to help you meet each and every one.


Frustration-Free Packaging (FFP)
FFP is the first tier of Amazon’s packaging certification. To receive this certification, your product must be capable of shipping in its own container in minimized and fully recyclable, easy-to-open packaging. This helps minimize waste and ensures a more seamless unboxing experience for customers. Learn More About Frustration-Free Packaging (FFP) >

Ships in Own Container (SIOC)
SIOC is the second tier of Amazon’s packaging certification. SIOC minimizes waste by ensuring the packaging is designed to ship without an Amazon Over Box. Some products may require additional protection using non-recyclable packaging materials, such as foams to ensure minimal damage during shipment. Learn More About Ships in Own Container (SIOC) >

Prep-Free Packaging (PFP)
PFP is the third tier of Amazon’s packaging certification. A certified PFP package is designed to ship effectively without the need for Amazon to apply additional prep to prevent damage of leakage. It is designed for items not capable of shipping in their own container (i.e. liquid product that is not six sided). Learn More About Prep-Free Packaging >
ISTA Test Methods for E-Commerce
The International Safe Transit Association (ISTA) is a member led organization committed to creating a world-class data repository to better model distribution locally, nationally, and internationally by developing procedures and protocols for package testing and validation. ISTA’s e-commerce package testing protocols are well-recognized within the packaging and distribution community, including by prominent online retailers like Amazon.
To account for the rapid rise in e-commerce distribution, ISTA has a series of test methods specifically designed for the needs of the e-commerce industry. As a certified ISTA testing facility, our team can
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E-Commerce Packaging Design
The design of your packaging not only helps bolster its integrity. Effective packaging design can also enhance brand recognition, build visual appeal, and improve sustainability.
At Purple Diamond, we specialize in creating packaging solutions tailored to the demands of e-commerce. Our expert engineers combine creative adaptation, sustainable design principles, and structural ingenuity to craft packaging that meets certification requirements while reflecting your brand identity. Whether you’re optimizing for oversized products or refining your packaging for better customer impact, Purple Diamond provides end-to-end support to help you achieve results that drive success.

Ready to Protect Your E-Commerce Shipments?
Whether you need Amazon certification, ISTA-compliant testing, or custom packaging solutions, our experts have you covered.
Why Purple Diamond?
Purple Diamond is an official participant in the Amazon Packaging Support and Supplier Network (APASS). We provide APASS services directly to vendors, sellers, or manufacturers related to package testing in compliance with Amazon’s certification test methods and packaging design to follow Amazon’s packaging guidelines. Our state-of-the-art laboratory is both ISO-accredited and ISTA certified, meaning you can rest assured your product and packaging are being tested to the highest of standards. From packaging integrity to comprehensive materials testing, we can help ensure your e-commerce product is ready for the journey.

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Whether you’re looking for a team of experts to engineer your new packaging product for optimal sustainability, or seeking a team who can ensure your products stay safe and secure during transport, Purple Diamond can help.