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The U.S. Customs has suspended the duty-free status for packages below $800 from non-postal channels (such as commercial express delivery) effective immediately. All such goods must be officially declared and taxed, significantly increasing logistics costs and clearance times for direct sellers.
The US Department of Justice has ruled that the restructured TikTok US business is no longer subject to the government device ban. This legal compliance confirmation alleviates compliance risk concerns for major brands advertising on TikTok.
TikTok Shop announced a phased upgrade to compliance requirements for goods sold in the EU and UK. Sellers must submit compliance materials for categories like electronics, textiles, toys, and cosmetics within specified timeframes. After September 30, inventory items lacking the required qualifications will risk delisting, so sellers should complete related certifications in advance.
TikTok Shop has recently started selling alcoholic beverages but faces criticism over the effectiveness of its age verification system, leading to increased regulatory scrutiny.
Walmart has announced a recall of over 16,000 dressers sold online due to a serious tip-over risk and potential hazards to children, urging consumers to stop using them immediately.
Indonesia's antitrust authority KPPU is conducting a monopoly investigation into the merger and operation of TikTok Shop and Tokopedia, now entering the final stage before trial, focusing on any unfair competition practices.
Amazon has updated compliance requirements, mandating sellers to clearly mark all characters generated by AI in Listing images and A+ content to adhere to the platform's content transparency policy.
The U.S. Trade Fraud Task Force (TFTF) has intensified enforcement actions against 18 types of violations, including false country of origin and undervaluation, exposing violators to administrative, criminal, and civil triple damages.
Amazon North America has initiated compliance checks for small appliances powered by lithium batteries, requiring sellers to obtain insurance and provide third-party verified safety reports. Noncompliance risks product link removals.
TikTok Shop will implement strict new product qualification regulations in stages across the EU and UK. Sellers must complete relevant certifications and submit materials within the designated time or risk having existing products removed.
The U.S. Trade Fraud Task Force (TFTF) has recovered over $1 billion in losses within its first ten months. Its enforcement scope covers 18 types of violations, including false country of origin, undervaluation of goods, and evasion of tariffs, holding all parties in the supply chain accountable.
The U.S. government has launched investigations regarding the enforcement of forced labor import bans against 60 economies. This move may result in stricter scrutiny of goods entering the U.S. market from those countries.
Google announced an expanded partnership with LegitScript, recognizing its healthcare merchant certification for telemedicine providers in Spain. Starting August 5, 2026, telemedicine businesses with this certification will be eligible to promote their services on Google Ads.
TikTok Shop has tightened its content policy in 2026, focusing on combating false advertising and misleading marketing, with specific disclosure requirements for AI-generated content.
Amazon North America has recently implemented rigorous compliance checks for lithium battery-powered small appliances, and related sellers need to promptly verify product certifications and compliance documentation.
The industry is working to regulate transactions initiated by AI agents. A-Comm Technologies has released a draft evidence protocol aimed at validating the effectiveness of AI automated trading. Additionally, a software quality report indicates that payment failures remain a major technical pain point in e-commerce operations.
The European Union has introduced new regulations for cross-border e-commerce, mandating that by June 19, 2026, all e-commerce platforms and independent sites targeting European consumers must provide a clear and user-friendly online return function, and cannot rely solely on downloadable forms or email processing to protect consumer rights.
The FDA has recently issued a warning advising food businesses to protect their Food Facility Registration (FFR) information. Some third-party e-commerce platforms have been requiring sellers to provide FFR account passwords during the onboarding process, which poses significant security risks and could lead to alterations or misuse of registration information.
Starting July 1, the EU has officially abolished the tax exemption for low-value packages, implementing a €3 tariff on all packages valued under €150 imported from non-EU countries. This measure aims to combat undervaluation practices and balance competition between sellers inside and outside the EU.
TikTok Shop has recently reinforced its logistics compliance policy, cracking down on false logistics tracking. Sellers found engaging in false sign-offs or shipping from non-designated warehouses may face extended settlement periods or even store suspension.