ComplianceSupply Chain Dive
CBP to Expand IEEPA Tariff Refund Processing
Starting October 6, 2026, CBP plans to use the CAPE system to process refunds for certain import entries found to have been subject to invalid IEEPA tariffs.
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Platform PolicyAmazon Seller Central
Amazon US to Add Selling Restrictions for Textbook ASINs
Starting September 17, 2026, certain textbook ASINs on Amazon US will require additional approval. Sellers can check affected products in the relevant Seller Central page.
Market TrendsDigiday
Livestreams Drive Most TikTok Shop U.S. Luxury Resale Revenue
TikTok Shop said about 94% of U.S. luxury resale revenue this year came from livestreams; the platform uses an invitation-only model and requires certified partners.
ComplianceInvesting
Mercury-Containing Skin-Lightening Products Still Appear on Platforms, Raising Compliance Risks
A Reuters investigation found that some banned or high-mercury skin-lightening products remain available on Amazon, Temu, and TikTok Shop.
ComplianceJournal of Commerce
U.S. International Mail Imports to Face Stricter Declaration Reviews
Starting October 22, 2026, U.S. CBP will strengthen reviews of international mail imports, focusing on product descriptions, HS classification, declared value, and importer identity.
Platform PolicyTikTok
TikTok Shop to Automatically Enable Customer Service Assistant
After October 1, 2026, TikTok Shop will automatically activate the Customer Service Chat Assistant for stores with significantly high non-response rates over rolling 30-day periods.
Platform PolicyTikTok
TikTok Shop Updates U.S. FBT Rate Card
TikTok Shop published a U.S. FBT rate card covering changes to fulfillment fees, return processing fees, and weight rules from May through July 2026. (Based on the summary)
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ComplianceCustoms
Japan Updates Imports Eligible for Preferential Tariffs
Japan Customs updated import results for preferential tariff applications on September 15, 2026, reminding sellers to verify origin rules, supporting documents, and eligibility for agreement-based tariff rates.
Platform PolicyTikTok
TikTok Shop U.S. Marketplace Emphasizes Total Price Transparency
TikTok Shop U.S. evaluates product prices together with shipping costs. Products exceeding shipping thresholds may be delisted or deactivated if sellers fail to adjust them during the 7-day warning period.
Industry NewsAbout Amazon
Amazon Announces Fastnet Transatlantic Subsea Cable Project
Amazon will build a high-capacity transatlantic subsea cable connecting the United States and Ireland; in the short term, the project does not involve changes to seller fees, FBA, or inbound requirements.
Market TrendseMarketer
U.S. E-commerce Enters the Era of AI Shopping and Agentic Commerce
eMarketer says AI-driven commerce is expected to grow from under $50 billion in 2026 to nearly $300 billion by 2030, potentially reaching about 15% of U.S. e-commerce sales.
Platform PolicyeBay
eBay to Require DDP for Low-Value Parcels Shipped from Japan and South Korea to the EU
Starting October 1, 2026, eBay will require parcels shipped from Japan or South Korea to the EU, with item prices excluding shipping of no more than €150, to use Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) shipping services for customs clearance.
Market TrendsModern Retail
TikTok Shop’s U.S. Luxury Resale Business Relies on Livestreaming
TikTok Shop said livestreams generated about 94% of revenue from its U.S. luxury resale business, while GMV in the category grew about 400% year over year.
ComplianceTikTok
TikTok Shop Updates EU Restricted Products Policy
TikTok Shop has updated its EU restricted products policy, requiring relevant products to submit supporting documents and mandatory attributes before platform approval is granted for listing.
Platform PolicyTikTok
TikTok Shop Sets U.S. Shipping Preparation Requirements
The U.S. site requires sellers using TikTok Shipping or CBT to accurately maintain warehouse, inventory, package size and weight, and dangerous-goods information.
Platform PolicyTikTok
TikTok Shop Publishes CBT Operations Guide
TikTok Shop confirms that CBT pickup services cover Germany, Spain, Italy, and France, with eligible sellers able to use a unified pickup process through Seller Center.
Industry NewsEbay
eBay Open 2026 UK Focuses on AI
eBay Open 2026 UK was held in Birmingham on September 16, with the platform highlighting AI applications, Marketplace Advisors, expert courses, and its service-provider ecosystem.
ComplianceWalmart
Walmart Recalls Avix TrailTek Tires
Walmart’s recalls page shows that recall information for certain Avix TrailTek RT tires was added on September 16, 2026. Cross-border auto-parts sellers should check inventory, orders, and supply-chain records.
Platform PolicyTikTok
TikTok Shop Adjusts Singapore Return Policy
TikTok Shop updated its list of products exempt from “Change of Mind” returns in Singapore effective September 3, while continuing to assess seller compliance through AHR.
Market TrendsPress
Amazon Poland Adds Installment Payment Options
Amazon.pl has partnered with Openbank Pay to offer consumers a 30-day payment option and installment terms of 3 to 60 months, which could affect conversion for high-average-order-value products.