Amazon Glossary

    Master the language of Amazon selling with our comprehensive glossary of terms, acronyms, and concepts every seller should know.

    First Party (1P) is when Amazon buys products directly from a brand or distributor and sells them as a retailer under its own name. 

    3P (Third-Party Seller) is a retail classification for independent merchants who utilize the Amazon marketplace to sell goods directly to consumers under their own registered business entities. Unlike first-party vendors, 3P sellers retain absolute control over their retail pricing, inventory levels, and strategic catalog management.

    Master Third-Party Logistics (3PL) for Amazon. Learn to calculate unit costs, optimize FBA drip-feeding, and avoid costly storage fees.

    Master the Amazon 3-Year Joint Business Plan (3Y JBP). Learn to negotiate wholesale targets, protect net margins, and manage trade terms.

    Learn how integrating a third-party service optimizes Amazon logistics and compliance, balances overhead costs, and protects account health.

    Glossary Index

    This page lists Amazon-related terms starting with #. All definitions are based on official documentation, marketplace data, and real-world usage across Amazon listings and tools.

    By SoldScope Editorial Team (View our editorial standards)
    Last Updated: July 2026

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