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Walmart's e-commerce platform has recently upgraded its logistics and performance policies. The WI first-mile service reduces supply chain costs but tightens delivery timeliness requirements and incorporates delayed shipping rates into mandatory assessment metrics.
TikTok Shop updated its delay delivery rate (LDR) calculation method on June 15 to enhance fulfillment transparency. While the new rules are effective immediately, the platform is providing sellers a grace period, with enforcement measures set to begin in July.
TikTok Shop began gradually implementing the Account Health Rating (AHR) system on June 15 to replace the previous violation points system. This new system provides a more intuitive reflection of seller compliance performance, requiring sellers to optimize their operations based on the new scoring criteria.
On June 1, Amazon updated its ASIN creation policy requiring third-party sellers to obtain official authorization from brand owners when creating new product pages. This move aims to further protect brand rights but also raises operational barriers for non-brand sellers.
The EU will officially remove the tariff exemption for cross-border parcels under €150 starting July 1. This move will significantly increase logistics costs for cross-border e-commerce sellers and impose higher compliance reporting requirements on sellers, with platforms facing increased regulatory responsibilities.
With the EU abolishing the small parcel tax exemption, Amazon will add a €3 tax on each imported item starting July 1. This policy will directly increase sellers' operating costs, potentially forcing them to adjust pricing strategies or reassess profit margins for low-priced items.
TikTok Shop updates the calculation logic for the Delay Delivery Rate (LDR) to include overdue undelivered orders. The new rule aims to enhance fulfillment transparency and will be enforced starting in July.
Starting July 1, 2026, the EU will abolish tariff exemptions for import packages valued under 150 Euros. Amazon sellers using FBA or FBM to ship to the EU will have to pay an additional 3 Euro tariff per item. Sellers are advised to recalculate the gross profit of small package shipments and consider increasing the proportion of local overseas warehouse shipping to reduce costs.
Shopee Vietnam announced that starting July 29, 2026, it will automatically delete inactive listings that have been idle for over a year, have no sales records, and have not participated in overseas synchronization. The platform will launch a warning label on June 29 to remind sellers to review and update their product information.
TikTok Shop updated the calculation logic for Delay Delivery Rate (LDR) on June 15, including 'late unshipped orders' in its assessments. Although the new rules are effective, related penalties will officially take effect in July, providing sellers a buffer period for adjustments.
eBay's June seller update emphasizes standardized product description requirements for the coin category and introduces an all-new 'Smart Dispute Defense' feature. This feature allows sellers to use AI for one-click responses to handle payment disputes, enhancing operational efficiency.
TikTok Shop UK officially implemented the 'Inactive and Dormant Store Policy' starting June 11. The platform will continuously monitor seller performance and impose traffic restrictions or disable stores that fail to meet operational requirements for an extended period.
TikTok Shop has recently slashed the affiliate marketing commission caps significantly in core categories such as beauty, health, and home. This marks a shift in the platform from an early aggressive subsidy strategy to pursuing profit margins. For sellers relying on influencers for sales, this means a major change in the cost structure of traffic, necessitating a recalculation of profitability for each SKU.
eBay has recently implemented stricter refund policies for coins and bullion categories, shortening the buyer refund guarantee period from the previously longer duration to just 3 days. This move aims to combat fraud in this high-risk category and protect seller interests, requiring sellers to be more efficient in after-sales handling.
TikTok Shop has revoked the previously imposed mandatory logistics policy for US sellers, allowing them to revert to using their own logistics channels or third-party logistics (3PL) services. This adjustment grants sellers greater control over logistics costs and operational flexibility, helping to improve delivery efficiency.
Industry experts point out that many TikTok Shop sellers are facing significant unrecovered income losses due to returns, logistics issues, and more. Sellers need to be aware of the 60-day claim window and conduct regular financial audits to protect profits.
eBay has released its June seller update, which includes mandatory standardized descriptions for the coins category, a pricing tool for trading cards, and an AI-driven 'smart dispute defense' feature aimed at enhancing seller operational efficiency and dispute handling capabilities.
Amazon will enforce mandatory handling time regulations for seller-fulfilled (FBM) orders. If a seller's set handling time exceeds actual shipping speed, Amazon will assume control over that SKU's handling time settings. Sellers are advised to enable 'Automatic Handling Time (AHT)' to avoid violations.
eBay released its June seller update, requiring coin category sellers to provide standardized condition information and offering pricing tools for card sellers. Additionally, the platform has launched an AI-driven 'Intelligent Dispute Defense' feature that supports one-click responses to payment disputes.
Amazon will implement stricter monitoring of shipping times for seller-fulfilled (FBM) orders. If a seller's set shipping time exceeds actual logistics performance, Amazon will intervene and automatically manage the shipping time for that SKU. Sellers are advised to enable the 'Automatic Handling Time (AHT)' feature to avoid restrictions on listings or being taken over by the platform due to inaccurate shipping time settings.