Good morning.
We know many people have a beef with Monday (we do too, sometimes), but new and intriguing ecommerce juices usually flow on this day.
Of course, we got some of that juice today—exclusively for you.
POST OF THE WEEK
BLACK MARKET
According to NewsNation, more customers are receiving unexpected packages from Amazon and other retailers. But no, they’re not early holiday gifts—they might be brushing scams!
🧹 What’s brushing?
Brushing is when companies send unsolicited items to random addresses to gain fake positive reviews. They use real names and addresses (that they often find online) but don’t include a return address.
The goal? To make it look like a "verified buyer" gave their product a glowing review!
So, Amazon is sounding the alarm on brushing scams because they harm customers and destroy the platform’s trust.
🫵 What’s your role in this?
Brushing may seem like a small scam, but it can lead to bigger problems. As sellers, you play an important role in keeping Amazon safe and fair.
To protect your customers, here are some pieces of advice you can give to them:
Aside from these tips, you should be proactive and report any strange activity to help keep the marketplace clean. 🛡️
TOGETHER WITH WALMART MARKETPLACE
Build, grow, and elevate your eCommerce business with one of the most trusted names in retail.
Sell your products on Walmart.com!
Designed with sellers in mind, Walmart Marketplace is one of the fastest-growing eCommerce platforms in the U.S.
You'll pay zero setup, monthly, or closing fees and our competitive commission and fulfillment fees mean better margins for your bottom line.
Walmart Marketplace sellers get access to:
It takes just a few steps to start selling. Sign up today.
BITES OF THE WEEK
SELLER COMMUNITY
Selling on Amazon is tough—whether you're just starting out or have been at it for years, the challenges are real.
But don’t let that hold you back. You’ve got the determination; now you just need the right support to help you grow.
That’s where Seller Alliance comes in—a community powered by industry experts who’ve scaled 8-figure brands and are ready to help you succeed.
Why join Seller Alliance?
Selling on Amazon isn’t easy. Surround yourself with people who are on the same journey and those who have already succeeded.
You’re not alone. Join the waitlist and leverage this powerful community today!
HOT TOPIC
ICYDK, there’s a trade rule called “de minimis exemption” that relieves shipments worth $800 or less of tariffs and U.S. Customs and Border Patrol scrutiny. However, MarketWatch reported that this rule has become a loophole when importing cheap Chinese goods. 🕳️
How so?
The big problem? These no-import-tax products are lower in price, undercutting those produced by U.S.-based workers and manufacturers! Plus, it makes it harder to detect and block illegal and/or unsafe shipments from entering the country.
🚫 The U.S. says “Enough!”
To address the issue, the Biden Administration aims to pass a comprehensive de minimis reform legislation by the end of the year. The reforms include:
How would this affect you?
Once the changes take effect, you may not have to worry about being overpowered by significantly cheaper Shein and Temu goods. This gives you a better chance of wooing customers with goods that are really good for their prices. 👌