Category: Amazon Seller News
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New OTDR On-time Delivery Policy explained for international sellers
If you are one of the millions of third party sellers doing business across Amazon’s platforms, you are already used to having to adapt to the announcements of extremely strict, unexpected policies which lack clarifications of the most crucial points. This evening, Amazon suddenly e-mailed their third party sellers on the United States platform to…
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How to Showcase Your Product’s Superior Features Through Amazon Storefront Images
A+ Content is Amazon’s secret sauce for enhancing customer experience. It lets you add extra info, images, and interactive features to your product pages, making your storefront pop and boosting engagement. So, how did this thermos product fare with its A+ content? Well, let’s just say there’s room for improvement. The Good, the Bad, and…
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Why TikTok Shops Might Be Your Next Big Opportunity
TikTok isn’t just for dance challenges and viral pranks anymore; it’s the new frontier for businesses looking to make a splash. With millions of users logging in daily for their fix of catchy and fun videos, TikTok has transformed into a selling powerhouse. If you’re not already leveraging TikTok Shops, you’re missing out on a…
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Why is Amazon so popular among customers?
Ever wonder how Amazon went from an online bookstore to the all-encompassing e-commerce colossus it is today? Buckle up, because we’re diving into the cheeky, fascinating tale of how Amazon conquered the retail world. Customer Obsession: The Heartbeat of Amazon At Amazon, the customer is king, queen, and the entire royal court. From the get-go,…
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Ready to Dive into Wholesale? Here’s Your Cheeky Guide to Getting Started!
So, you’re thinking about starting a wholesale business? Don’t sweat it! It might sound daunting, but it’s actually a breeze if you follow these steps. Let’s break it down: Step 1: Gather Your Docs First things first, get your paperwork in order. You’ll need: Step 2: Woo Those Brands Next, it’s time to charm some…
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Is Amazon Wholesale Worth It in 2024?
Becoming a millionaire through Amazon FBA wholesale is like searching for the golden ticket in Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory: it’s achievable, but it requires a game plan, hustle, and a sprinkle of luck. Here’s a cheeky, step-by-step guide to help you turn those Amazon dreams into a reality. 1. Education and Research: Get Schooled! Start…
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What is Amazon A+ Content and How Does It Make More Sales?
As the first major e-commerce site, Amazon has revolutionized retail and become a fiercely competitive arena for brands. To stand out, sellers need eye-catching product descriptions, and that’s where Amazon A+ Content comes into play. If you’re new to the online business game, Amazon A+ Content might sound like a foreign language. No worries! Let’s…
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Primary Steps for Creating an Amazon Private Label Product
Starting your own private label product on Amazon can be a rewarding venture, but it requires careful planning and execution. Here’s a friendly guide to help you navigate through the primary steps involved in creating your Amazon private label product. 1. Product Research Product research is the foundation of your private label business. Identifying a…
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How to Develop an Effective Concept for Your Amazon Image Sets
Amazon is an incredibly competitive marketplace, with sellers from around the world vying for customers’ attention. To stand out among the hundreds of thousands of sellers, it’s crucial to invest in a unique product photo set with a distinctive concept. Quality imagery can turn a product into an experience, increase the likelihood of purchases, and…
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Why You Should Start with Amazon FBA Wholesale Instead of Private Label
Embarking on an Amazon FBA business journey can be exciting yet overwhelming, especially when deciding between wholesale and private label. Here’s why starting with Amazon FBA wholesale might be the best choice for new entrepreneurs. Higher Success Rate Choosing wholesale for your Amazon FBA business significantly increases your chances of success. Wholesale ventures boast a…
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How to Claim back a VAT Refund on your Amazon Seller Fees
Claiming a VAT refund on your Amazon seller fees is a frequently discussed topic among Amazon sellers. In this article, I will clarify why you might be able to claim back any VAT that you’ve paid on your Amazon fees and exactly how to do it. Amazon usually charges VAT on all of their fees…
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How Long do Factories Usually Shut Down for Chinese New Year?
If you are an Amazon Seller who has been doing business involving importing from China for some time already, you may be familiar with the regular anxiety as February approaches each year. Every time Chinese New Year comes around, a lot of Amazon Sellers who rely on imports from China gets thrown for a loop.…
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Learn How You Can Sell Your Amazon Products All Over Europe with PAN-EU on AmazonPAN European FBA –
Amazon PAN European FBA is a program offered by Amazon that allows sellers to store their inventory in multiple European fulfillment centers. With PAN European FBA, sellers can distribute their products across several European countries more efficiently, allowing for faster and more cost-effective delivery to customers. This means when your FBA product is sold in…
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New “At Risk” Account Health Status Warnings in Amazon Seller Central
As an Amazon seller, maintaining a healthy account status is crucial for the success of your business on the platform. Amazon continually updates and enhances the tools and features available to sellers to help them navigate their seller journey. One recent change that sellers may be aware of is the display of the “Account Health…
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You will be automatically enrolled in EPR Pay on Behalf, unless you prove compliance by December 31, 2023
As Amazon sellers, staying compliant with various regulations and requirements is crucial for a successful and hassle-free selling experience. Recently, Amazon has announced changes related to Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) compliance in Spain, which may impact sellers offering packaged goods. In this blog post, we will explain what EPR compliance entails and how Amazon is…
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Action required: Important information about your product listings – Explained
Many sellers contact me daily through my OnlyFans page, informing me that they have received documentation requests for their Amazon listings and are feeling helpless, unsure of what to do. Some have even deleted their listings out of fear. If you recently received a concerning email from Amazon titled “Action required: Important information about your…
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Action Needed: Update your shipping prices – Explained
Many Amazon Sellers are wondering what does it mean when they, from time to time, receive a worryingly looking e-mail from Amazon titled “Action Needed: Update your shipping prices”. In this article I will be clarifying the meaning of this notification using my own words. The alert states that “To protect the customer experience, we…
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Amazon Japan Asks Sellers to Confirm Their Consumption Tax Rate
As an Amazon seller operating in Japan, it’s crucial to stay informed about updates and policy changes that can impact your business. Amazon recently sent out an important announcement regarding tax rate compliance and new invoice policy requirements that came into effect on October 1, 2023. In this blog post, we’ll provide you with the…
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Customs Notification for EU Selling Partners selling in Japan
If you’re an Amazon seller operating in Japan or planning to expand your business to the Japanese market, there’s an important update you need to be aware of. Amazon has recently announced a significant change to the customs clearance procedure for out-of-country selling partners in Japan, which will take effect on October 1, 2023. This…
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Change to Default Handling Time options for Amazon Sellers in the US
As an Amazon seller, providing excellent service and meeting customer expectations is key to success. Amazon continually strives to enhance the shopping experience for customers, and one important aspect of this is ensuring accurate delivery dates. In a recent announcement, Amazon has introduced changes to the Default Handling Time for sellers to improve the delivery…
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How to opt out of Amazon FBA Multiple Destinations Program
Over the last few months Amazon has quietly (and sneakily) enrolled thousands of sellers into a new program of theirs called the Multiple Destinations Program. What is the Multiple Destinations Program you ask? It is something new from Amazon that will cause your shipments to get split to multiple locations in exchange for a small…
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Aged FBA inventory will be getting automatically removed
As third party sellers gear up for the approaching holiday season, Amazon has recently announced a crucial update that warrants the attention of all sellers utilizing its fulfillment centers. This announcement concerns the management of aging inventory and aims to optimize space within the centers to accommodate the surge in demand during the holiday period.…
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Migration of Responsible Person dashboard on Amazon starts August 23
Starting from August 23, 2023, Amazon is making a change that’s going to merge the Responsible Person dashboard with the Manage Your Compliance dashboard. I’m here to break it down and explain what this means for third party sellers. During migration, your list of ASINs from the Responsible Person dashboard will be automatically added to…
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How to reactivate your removed EEE listings on Amazon.de
If you’re an Amazon seller on Amazon.de, you might have recently come across an important announcement that could impact your listings. As of 1 July 2023, Amazon.de has deactivated all listings that are non-compliant with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) requirements for waste from electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). But don’t worry – we’re here to…
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Amazon now offers exceptions to Payments Based on Delivery Reserve
As you know, thousands of Amazon Sellers learned a few days ago that from then on, Amazon will be withholding their funds as a part of a new Payments Based on Delivery disbursement schedule. The new policy affected only the most veteran merchants who have been trading on the platform for more than 7 years.…
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New Low-Price FBA rates will be replacing FBA Small and Light programme on Amazon
I wanted to give you all a heads up about some changes that are coming to Amazon’s Fulfilment by Amazon (FBA) Small and Light (SnL) program. I know how important it is to stay in the loop, so let’s dive into what’s happening. For a number of years, the Fulfilment by Amazon (FBA) Small and…
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How to reinstate an expired US business to continue selling on Amazon
If you are doing business on Amazon’s platform under an US based LLC, you may be unaware of the requirement to renew your license every year. Please note that in the United States, LLC renewal must be completed by filing an annual report to keep a Limited Liability Company (LLC) in active status with the…
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What does Disabled listing status in Amazon Manage Inventory mean?
As an Amazon seller, you know that managing your product listings efficiently is crucial to success. However, encountering a “Disabled Listing” status can be perplexing and concerning. In this article, I will explain what a Disabled Listing status on Amazon means. Unlike Inactive or Search Suppressed listings, Disabled Listings are active on Amazon’s platform and…
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What is Postponed VAT Accounting for UK Amazon Sellers?
Many Amazon sellers are reaching out to me asking for help with Postponed VAT Accounting for their businesses. This article outlines the most important information about the scheme, who can use it, and how to fill in your customs declaration and VAT Return. How does postponed VAT accounting work? After the UK officially left the…
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What is Amazon Inspire and how you can benefit from it?
As an Amazon seller, you’re likely always on the lookout for innovative tools and resources that can boost your business’s success. One such powerful platform that can take your selling journey to new heights is Amazon Inspire. In this article, I’ll explore what Amazon Inspire is all about and how it can benefit you as…
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Amazon sellers in Europe were experiencing OTP issues this week
Some Amazon sellers had a difficulty accessing their Seller Accounts across European marketplaces this week. When attempting to login to Seller Central, they were shown an error message stating: “There was a problem – Please wait at least one minute before requesting another OTP.” indicating that they already received an OTP code, despite they haven’t:…
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Understanding the Difference Between Seller Fulfilled Prime and Premium Shipping on Amazon
As an Amazon seller, you have access to a range of fulfillment options to cater to the diverse needs of your customers. Two popular choices (which are frequently confused) are Seller Fulfilled Prime (SFP) and Premium Shipping. In this article, I will be presenting you the details of each program, explaining their differences, benefits, and…
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Amazon has been discontinuing the use of many e-mail addresses
Over the past year, Amazon made significant efforts aimed to direct most appeals to specifically intended widgets located within the Amazon Seller Central. While previously, sellers were used to e-mailing seller-performance@amazon.com, notice-dispute@amazon.com or seller-verification-enquiry@amazon.co.uk, now the majority of such contact attempts are unsuccessful and sellers are directed to appeal or provide additional information directly through…
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Account Health Team will assist Amazon Sellers with INFORM Act outside of regular working hours
As you know, the INFORM Consumers Act took effect in the US on June 27, 2023. This law places obligations on online marketplaces such as Amazon to collect, verify, and disclose certain information about some third party sellers. In preparation for the new law, Amazon started contacting some sellers to complete additional verification steps, although the…
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Amazon is now showing the reason for Restricted Products Policy Violations
As an Amazon seller, one of the key challenges you may face is navigating the Restricted Products Policy. Amazon has very broad guidelines in place to ensure the safety and satisfaction of its customers. Even if you don’t violate these policies, having specific keywords detected by bots within your listings can result in serious consequences,…
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Comparison of Value Recovery Options on Amazon: Refurbishment vs. Liquidation
As an Amazon seller, one of the challenges you may encounter is dealing with excess inventory or unsellable customer returns. To mitigate the financial impact of these situations, Amazon offers value recovery options such as refurbishment and liquidation. In this article, I will be explaining the differences between refurbishment and liquidation and help you make…
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Amazon will be ending its Small and Light program on August 29
Today, I would like to bring to your attention a noteworthy announcement from Amazon that may have implications for your business. The announcement pertains to the Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) Small and Light program in the United States. For some time now, this program has allowed you to enroll low-price, small, and lightweight products, availing…
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Amazon introduces new options to report issues with customer returns and charge a restocking fee
Amazon has introduced a new feature that allows you to charge a restocking fee if you receive a return in a used, damaged, defective, or materially different condition. This means you now have more control over your returns process and can better protect your business. Charging a restocking fee is a simple and straightforward process.…
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Amazon will be providing more insights for FBA returns
This week, Amazon announced updates to the Manage FBA Returns Dashboard, which will give you more insights that can potentially help you identify opportunities for improved return rates within your business. With the updated Manage FBA returns dashboard, you will have access to valuable information related to return rates for each product category. This data…
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Amazon is extending the deadline to comply with INFORM Verification requirements
As you know, the US INFORM Consumers Act, which affects Amazon sellers will come into effect on June 27, 2023. In preparation for the enforcement of this law, Amazon has been actively reaching out to sellers who fall under its jurisdiction. Amazon’s legal requirement is to request necessary business information and conduct additional verification checks…
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Difference between FNSKU labels and manufacturer barcodes on Amazon
Today, I want to shed some light on an important topic that can have a significant impact on our selling journey: the difference between FNSKU barcodes and manufacturer barcodes on Amazon. Understanding this distinction is crucial for ensuring smooth operations and compliance with Amazon’s requirements. Let’s start with the basics. FNSKU stands for Fulfillment Network…
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Product Related Domestic Reverse Charge for Italian use cases on Amazon
As an Amazon seller, it is important for you to stay informed about these updates to ensure compliance with the new regulations. Effective June 27, 2023, Amazon will be extending the current European VAT Calculation Service to include specific sales in Italy. This means that the product-related domestic reverse charge (0% VAT) will be applied…
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Amazon Today Program Explained
Amazon Today is a program that enables businesses with a retail presence to showcase their in-store inventory on Amazon’s storefront, providing same-day delivery and in-store pickup of their products to millions of Amazon customers across the country. This article discusses the benefits and challenges of using Amazon Today and provides strategies to maximize its benefits.…
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Understanding Amazon’s New Account Health Rating
As an Amazon seller, you should know that maintaining a healthy account is vital for the long-term success of your business. One of the significant enhancements is the introduction of the Account Health Rating (AHR) as a numeric score, ranging from 0 to 1,000, in addition to the familiar color coding. This score allows you…
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Precise delivery times on Amazon with new Order fulfillment settings
Amazon is introducing new Order fulfillment settings that will improve the way you handle and deliver your seller-fulfilled products. These settings will enable you to set faster and more precise delivery times, ultimately enhancing the customer experience and boosting your sales. Why is this important? Well, it’s no secret that customers are more likely to…
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Update to Amazon fee category names on July 5
Amazon just announced some changes that will make managing your fee categories so much easier. Starting from July 5, 2023, a bunch of fee categories on the Amazon fee schedule will be given new names. There won’t be any changes to the rates associated with these updates. So, let’s dive in and see what this…
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EPR Packaging – Entering into a system participation contract on Amazon
Today, I wanted to remind you about the important Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) requirements for packaging in Germany. It’s crucial that we stay informed and compliant with these regulations to ensure the smooth operation of our businesses. First and foremost, if your packaging falls under the category of “packaging subject to system participation,” you are…
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The Complete Guide to Completing Safety Data Sheets on Amazon
If you’re an Amazon seller, you know how important it is to prioritize customer safety. One crucial aspect of ensuring safety is properly completing Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for your products. These documents contain vital information about the potential hazards and handling procedures associated with the substances or mixtures in your products. In this blog…
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Unveiling the Mystery: Why Some ASINs Can Be Hidden in Different Marketplaces
As Amazon sellers, we are always navigating the ever-evolving landscape of e-commerce. One aspect that often puzzles us is the occasional hiding of ASINs in different marketplaces. Why does Amazon hide certain ASINs, and what does it mean for sellers like us? In this article, I’ll delve into this intriguing topic and shed light on…
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Professional versus Individual Selling Plan on Amazon Comparison
Are you considering becoming an Amazon seller? It’s important to understand the two selling plans offered by Amazon: the Professional Selling Plan and the Individual Selling Plan. In this blog post, I’ll explore the differences between these two plans and help you determine which one is the right fit for your selling goals. The Individual…