SCMP is tracking changes in U.S.-China trade, tariffs, and electronics supply chains. Cross-border sellers should verify country of origin, HS codes, and import declaration responsibilities.
TikTok Shop Singapore will adjust platform commissions from September 1, 2026. The default rate is 9.810% for standard sellers and 7.085% for BXP sellers.
Amazon UK’s FBM requirements cover automated handling-time settings, a 90% Business Hour Delivery Rate from September 30, and possible delisting of non-compliant listings from October 30; however, the relevant page was not published within the past 48 hours.
Walmart Connect released content from its 2026 Seller Summit, emphasizing earlier-stage targeting based on consumer behavior signals before shoppers begin searching and competing for keywords.
From September 1, 2026, TikTok Shop Malaysia will impose 6% SST on eligible actual shipping fees, with sellers assuming the cost from September 7.
From September 1, 2026, TikTok Shop Philippines will charge a tax-inclusive PHP 5 processing fee on successfully delivered orders, while retaining certain seller exemptions.
The Japan Customs website shows that foreign exchange conversion rates and recent trade statistics information were updated on September 8, 2026, affecting the environment for import declarations and cost calculations. (Based on the summary)
Amazon’s 2026 FBA fees in the U.S. increased by an average of approximately $0.08 per unit, with most changes effective January 15; European digital service fee adjustments take effect March 20.
Walmart’s U.S. site updated its Terms of Use, covering Marketplace sellers, resale activities, information sharing, and dispute resolution.
Amazon will require seller-fulfilled orders for Amazon Business buyers to maintain a 90% Business Hour Delivery Rate; sellers below the standard may lose eligibility to sell to business customers.
Amazon UK requires FBM sellers to maintain a Business Hour Delivery Rate of at least 90% from September 30, 2026, or they may face restrictions on selling to business buyers.
Walmart’s updated cross-border import guide lists ocean freight, port, declaration, drayage, and multimodal charges, with related bills deducted from account settlements after goods arrive at WFS.
From July 1, 2026, the EU will remove the low-value import duty exemption and impose a €3 customs duty per item or tariff line on goods valued below €150.
TikTok Shop has revised logistics charges and tax handling for its U.S.–Mexico program: fees are based on the higher of actual and dimensional weight, while the platform advances import duties and adjusts seller settlements.
Walmart Marketplace continues to offer New-Seller Savings 2026, with eligible new sellers able to receive combined incentives of up to $75,000, subject to verification, product-information, and U.S. returns requirements.
TikTok Shop U.S. has reiterated INFORM Consumers Act requirements: sellers with at least 200 sales and more than $5,000 in sales must submit identity, tax, or business-registration documents.
eBay applies additional readiness requirements to certain high-value, complex, or high-risk categories; sellers that fail account-health and buyer-experience standards may be unable to create listings.
Starting September 9, 2026, Amazon MCF will provide a 35% discount on standard and expedited fulfillment fees for TikTok Shop orders in four EU countries and the UK for 12 months.
Canada will impose 15%, 25%, and 50% tariffs on certain U.S.-origin goods from September 8, 2026, affecting eBay sellers fulfilling orders across the U.S. and Canada.
Amazon and Wiwynn announced an expansion of an advanced manufacturing facility in Texas, expected to add nearly 1,000 advanced manufacturing jobs by the end of 2027.