Amazon Fulfillment Center PDEH Duisburg, DE
06.10.2025Amazon Fulfillment Center XFR1 Hammersbach, DE
06.10.2025
OUR GOAL
To provide an A-to-Z e-commerce logistics solution that would complete Amazon fulfillment network in the European Union.
The Amazon XFR3/XDEW Fulfillment Center, operated by ID‑Logistics GmbH in Michelstadt, is a key part of Amazon’s southern Hesse logistics network. Its location in the Odenwald region provides excellent access to Frankfurt, Mannheim, and Darmstadt, making it a strategic hub for both domestic and cross‑border FBA shipments. XFR3/XDEW supports fast and reliable distribution across Germany and into central Europe.
Amazon XFR3/XDEW at a Glance
To ensure your inbound shipments to Amazon XFR3/XDEW are processed quickly and efficiently, take note of these key specifications:
FC Codes: XFR3, XDEW
Full Address: ID‑Logistics GmbH Stadtring 265 64720 Michelstadt, Germany
- GLN Code: 5450534024501
Booking System: All inbound shipments must be registered via Amazon Carrier Central
Pallet Exchange: Yes, available for all shipment times
Deep Sea Imports: No, not accepted at this facility
Slip Sheet Unloading: Not supported at XFR3/XDEW
Strategic Location
Located in Michelstadt (Hesse), XFR3/XDEW benefits from strong motorway links to the A3 and A5, connecting it to Frankfurt Airport, the Rhine‑Main metropolitan area, and southern Germany. This makes it an important hub for Amazon’s inbound flows, serving both German and international sellers.
Operational Specifications for XFR3/XDEW
Follow Amazon’s strict delivery standards to ensure your shipment is accepted without delays: All deliveries to Amazon XFR3/XDEW must comply with Amazon’s inbound requirements. This includes correct palletization, labeling, and vehicle compliance. Non‑compliant shipments risk rejection or delays, so it is essential to prepare your cargo according to the specifications below.
Booking and Hours
Appointments: Must be made at least 24 hours in advance via Carrier Central
Receiving Hours:
Monday – Friday: 06:00 – 21:30
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".
Engineering a Flawless Michelstadt Inbound Strategy
To capitalize on the capacity of the XFR3/XDEW terminals, your supply chain requires targeted, high-performance execution. FLEX. provides the precise infrastructure to secure your operations in Southern Hesse through a capability-driven approach:
- Accelerated Import Processing via Germany customs clearance broker: If your freight is traveling from coastal ports or eastern borders toward Malsfeld, administrative bottlenecks are unacceptable. Our brokerage experts handle the complex import duties and VAT synchronization, ensuring your international cargo is legally cleared and "domestic-ready" before it ever merges onto the central German motorways.
- Nationwide Value Recovery with Processing Amazon Removals and Returns in Germany: A central distribution node is the ideal anchor for reverse logistics. We provide a localized solution to intercept, inspect, and refurbish unfulfillable stock or customer returns from across the entire DACH region. By processing returns centrally, you minimize reverse transit times and rapidly reintegrate recovered items into your primary sales channels.
Pre-Arrival Quality Control Execution via FBA Prep Center Germany: The automated systems in Michelstadt offer no leeway for poorly configured freight. We intercept your cargo at our secure facilities to perform a rigorous compliance audit. We correct pallet dimensions, eliminate overhangs, and apply perfect SSCC labeling, ensuring your inventory bypasses the risk of gate rejections entirely.
Dynamic Supply Chain Mapping Execution via the Amazon Fulfillment Centers directory: The demands of the German logistics network are constantly shifting. We arm you with our comprehensive directory, an indispensable tool for tracking evolving site protocols and dynamically adjusting your inventory flow from Michelstadt to other critical nodes across the continent.
How FLEX. Can Help
Expanding your reach through the Michelstadt corridor should strengthen your market presence, not introduce logistical friction. At FLEX., we serve as your operational vanguard in the region, absorbing the technical complexities of the XFR3 and XDEW terminals so you can focus entirely on scaling your brand. From initial cargo transloading to the final, precision-timed gate delivery, we ensure your inventory perfectly matches Amazon’s rigorous intake standards.
By merging deep regional expertise with a robust staging infrastructure, we insulate your business against administrative delays and the steep costs of freight rejections. Whether you are managing complex international imports or executing a high-volume domestic replenishment cycle, we provide the steadfast reliability required to outperform the competition.
Stop reacting to supply chain bottlenecks. Contact FLEX. today to build a high-velocity, resilient logistics engine for the European market.
