USPS Automated Package Verification System Tightens Control on Overreported Weight Packages
The USPS Automated Package Verification (APV) system is cracking down on sellers who overreport package weights to obtain lower Ground Advantage shipping rates, with violations facing automatic fee adjustments.
What are the key facts?
- 1System Name: Automated Package Verification (APV)
- 2Violation: Overreporting package weights to obtain lower shipping rates
What happened?
The USPS Automated Package Verification (APV) system is rigorously targeting sellers who intentionally overstate or misreport package weights to qualify for cheaper Ground Advantage shipping rates. Once the system detects discrepancies between actual and reported weights, it will automatically adjust the shipping fees.
What does this mean for cross-border sellers?
Sellers should ensure accurate reporting of package weights to avoid automatic charges or the risk of rejected packages due to attempts to save on shipping costs through misreporting.