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OUR GOAL
To provide an A-to-Z e-commerce logistics solution that would complete Amazon fulfillment network in the European Union.
The Amazon XFR2 Fulfillment Center, operated by Kühne + Nagel in Rennerod, plays a crucial role in Amazon’s German logistics network. Strategically located in Rhineland‑Palatinate, XFR2 connects efficiently to Frankfurt, Cologne, and the wider Rhine‑Main region. This makes it a key hub for both domestic and cross‑border FBA shipments, ensuring fast and reliable distribution across western and central Germany.
Amazon XFR2 at a Glance
To ensure your inbound shipments to Amazon XFR2 are processed quickly and efficiently, take note of these key specifications:
FC Code: XFR2
Full Address: Kühne + Nagel (AG & Co.) KG Betriebsstätte Rennerod Industriegebiet Alsberg 56477 Rennerod, Germany
- GLN Code: 5450534024495
Booking System: All inbound shipments must be registered via Amazon Carrier Central
Pallet Exchange: Yes, available for all shipment times
Deep Sea Imports: Yes, accepted at this facility
Slip Sheet Unloading: Not supported at XFR2
Strategic Location
Located in Rennerod, Rhineland‑Palatinate, Amazon XFR2 is strategically positioned to serve western and central Germany. With direct access to regional transport corridors, the site connects efficiently to Frankfurt, Cologne, and the greater Rhine‑Main logistics hub, making it a vital gateway for both domestic and cross‑border FBA shipments.
Operational Specifications for XFR2
Follow Amazon’s strict delivery standards to ensure your shipment is accepted without delays:
Booking and Hours
Appointments: Must be made at least 24 hours in advance via Carrier Central
Receiving Hours:
Monday – Friday: 06:00 – 21:00
Saturday: 06:00 – 13:00
Vehicle Requirements
Palletised Deliveries Accepted:
7.5‑tonne trucks
Articulated vehicles
Swap bodies
Loose Loaded Parcels Accepted:
Sprinters
Transit vans
Private Vehicles: Not permitted for inbound deliveries
Other Accepted Vehicles:
Flatbed trucks
Vehicles under 7.5 tonnes
Drag & drop trailers
Double‑deck trailers
Tail lifts
Cargo & Pallet Preparation
Pallet Standards: Only 800 x 1,200 mm Euro/CHEP pallets are accepted. Pallets must be GMA Grade B or higher and heat-treated to ISPM-15 standards for international shipments.
Height & Weight: * Maximum height: 1.8 m (single stack). Double-stacked pallets are permitted up to 3.0 m (total height including pallets) if safe to unload.
Maximum weight: 500 kg per pallet.
Stacking & Stability: Boxes must be securely stretch-wrapped in clear plastic (black/opaque wrap is grounds for rejection). Wrap at least three times around the pallet base. Cargo must remain stable after the wrap is removed.
Box & Labeling Requirements
Box Dimensions & Weight: * No side may exceed 63.5 cm (unless the item itself is larger).
Max weight per box: 23 kg.
Heavy Package Warning: Boxes exceeding 15 kg must be marked "Heavy Package" on both the top and sides.
Labeling Precision: * Use laser printers only (inkjet barcodes often smudge and become unscannable).
Place labels at least 3 cm from edges and never over a seam or tape.
Every box and pallet must carry a unique, valid FNSKU or shipping label. Mixed SKU pallets must be clearly marked as "Mixed Merchandise" or "Mixed SKUs".
Optimizing Your Inbound Strategy for XFR2
Mastering this cross-border gateway requires a logistics partner capable of navigating both German intake standards and Pan-European transit strategies. FLEX. engineers your operational success in the Rennerod region by delivering comprehensive, localized solutions without the friction of traditional freight handling.
To guarantee structural compliance before hitting the busy XFR2 docks, our FBA prep center Germany intercepts your freight prior to the final mile. We meticulously correct pallet geometry, eliminate overhangs, and verify SSCC labels, insulating your inventory entirely from the risk of costly automated intake refusals.
When you need to navigate the heavy commercial traffic of the German motorways with exact timing, our forwarding to Amazon in Germany service takes absolute command of your final delivery leg. We secure the inflexible Carrier Central appointments and deploy expert transport teams to ensure a flawless, on-time handover at the Rennerod gates.
If you are ready to expand beyond Amazon's ecosystem, our B2C & B2B fulfillment service Germany transforms your regional logistics entirely. We leverage your inventory presence in Western Germany to pick, pack, and ship multi-channel webshop orders directly to consumers across France, Germany, and the Benelux region from a unified, secure inventory pool.
To stay ahead of shifting Amazon intake protocols across this complex international landscape, our comprehensive Amazon Fulfillment Centers directory equips you with essential network intelligence. You can use this vital resource to monitor site-specific requirements and dynamically adjust your inventory routing from your XFR2 anchor to other critical distribution hubs across the continent.
How FLEX. Can Help
Establishing your cross-border distribution base at the XFR2 hub means commanding a vital, high-speed conduit into the French consumer market. Thriving in this high-velocity transit zone requires flawless execution and deep regulatory foresight. At FLEX., we act as your dedicated operational vanguard in Rhineland-Palatinate, absorbing the intense compliance pressures of Amazon's European network so you can focus entirely on scaling your international brand. We defend your profit margins from the steep costs of automated gate rejections and cross-border delays, delivering the precision required to outmaneuver the competition.
Stop letting cross-border logistical friction slow your momentum. Contact FLEX. today to engineer a high-performance, Pan-European supply chain built for absolute market dominance.
