Amazon Announces Updated Automatic Closure Policy for FBA Shipments Starting February 2024
By Staff Writer
Amazon has recently announced a significant update to its Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) shipment policies, set to take effect on February 1, 2024. This update involves the automatic closure of FBA shipments in specific scenarios, marking a shift in Amazon's approach to managing shipment workflows. The update is primarily aimed at enhancing the reliability of shipment arrivals and streamlining the FBA process.
Key Changes in the FBA Shipment Policy
Amazon's updated policy introduces automatic closure for FBA shipments that fail to arrive within a specified timeframe.
These changes are detailed as follows:
Domestic Shipments: For shipments originating from US addresses, automatic closure will occur if they have not arrived 45 days after the shipment creation date.
International Shipments: Shipments originating from outside the US will be automatically closed if they haven't arrived 75 days after the shipment creation date.
Multiple-Destination Shipping Plans: Shipments that are part of a multiple-destination shipping plan must arrive within 30 days of the first shipment in that plan arriving.
Also Read: Amazon enables Korean sellers to receive payments in KRW
Rationale Behind the Policy Update
The decision to update the automatic closure policy for FBA shipments is driven by Amazon's commitment to improving the efficiency and reliability of its logistics and supply chain. By implementing these changes, Amazon aims to:
- Reduce delays in the FBA process.
- Improve the accuracy and predictability of shipment arrivals.
- Enhance overall seller and customer experience.
Exemptions and Recommendations
Understanding the complexity of logistics, Amazon will exempt shipments that are delayed due to unforeseen circumstances, such as weather delays or port congestion. This exemption is intended to prevent unnecessary shipment auto closures beyond the sellers' control.
After its creation, Amazon advises sellers to send each shipment to Amazon as soon as possible. This practice will aid in more efficient receiving of shipments and help avoid potential automatic closures.
Additional Resources
Sellers seeking more information on this policy update and its implications can refer to the "Deleted, misrouted, and incomplete shipments" section on Amazon's official website.
This policy update reflects Amazon's ongoing efforts to optimize its FBA service, ensuring a more streamlined and reliable process for sellers and customers alike. Sellers are encouraged to familiarize themselves with these changes and adjust their shipping strategies accordingly to comply with the new timelines.
You can also read the following announcements made by Amazon on Seller Central:
1. Amazon Announces Changes to Multi-Channel Fulfillment Fees Effective February 2024
2. How to Recover Your Amazon FBA Reimbursement with Ease
Follow us on Facebook, X, and LinkedIn to get the latest news and updates related to online selling.
Amazon has recently announced a significant update to its Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) shipment policies, set to take effect on February 1, 2024. This update involves the automatic closure of FBA shipments in specific scenarios, marking a shift in Amazon's approach to managing shipment workflows. The update is primarily aimed at enhancing the reliability of shipment arrivals and streamlining the FBA process.
Key Changes in the FBA Shipment Policy
Amazon's updated policy introduces automatic closure for FBA shipments that fail to arrive within a specified timeframe.
These changes are detailed as follows:
Domestic Shipments: For shipments originating from US addresses, automatic closure will occur if they have not arrived 45 days after the shipment creation date.
International Shipments: Shipments originating from outside the US will be automatically closed if they haven't arrived 75 days after the shipment creation date.
Multiple-Destination Shipping Plans: Shipments that are part of a multiple-destination shipping plan must arrive within 30 days of the first shipment in that plan arriving.
Also Read: Amazon enables Korean sellers to receive payments in KRW
Rationale Behind the Policy Update
The decision to update the automatic closure policy for FBA shipments is driven by Amazon's commitment to improving the efficiency and reliability of its logistics and supply chain. By implementing these changes, Amazon aims to:
- Reduce delays in the FBA process.
- Improve the accuracy and predictability of shipment arrivals.
- Enhance overall seller and customer experience.
Exemptions and Recommendations
Understanding the complexity of logistics, Amazon will exempt shipments that are delayed due to unforeseen circumstances, such as weather delays or port congestion. This exemption is intended to prevent unnecessary shipment auto closures beyond the sellers' control.
After its creation, Amazon advises sellers to send each shipment to Amazon as soon as possible. This practice will aid in more efficient receiving of shipments and help avoid potential automatic closures.
Additional Resources
Sellers seeking more information on this policy update and its implications can refer to the "Deleted, misrouted, and incomplete shipments" section on Amazon's official website.
This policy update reflects Amazon's ongoing efforts to optimize its FBA service, ensuring a more streamlined and reliable process for sellers and customers alike. Sellers are encouraged to familiarize themselves with these changes and adjust their shipping strategies accordingly to comply with the new timelines.
You can also read the following announcements made by Amazon on Seller Central:
1. Amazon Announces Changes to Multi-Channel Fulfillment Fees Effective February 2024
2. How to Recover Your Amazon FBA Reimbursement with Ease
Follow us on Facebook, X, and LinkedIn to get the latest news and updates related to online selling.
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Amazon is the registered trademark of the e-commerce brand.
About ChannelMAX.NET:
ChannelMAX offers Amazon Repricer that runs on the latest AI Repricing algorithm to do Amazon Pricing Management or Amazon Repricing. Based on Amazon SP API, the repricing engine or repricer runs 24/7 and efficiently manages Amazon prices to maximize your BuyBox with profit optimization. Established in 2005, ChannelMAX has been integrated with Amazon technology since 2007, helping thousands of third-party sellers on various eCommerce platforms. Some of the eCommerce platforms, aka marketplaces, supported by ChannelMAX.NET, are Amazon, Walmart, eBay, and Shopify. Some of ChannelMAX key offerings include ChannelMAX Amazon Repricer, 2ndly, ChannelMAX Amazon FBA Audits and FBA Refunds management, an offering for managing Amazon FBA Refunds Reimbursement management for lost or damaged or misplaced inventory for which Amazon is responsible and for which sellers deserve appropriate credit reimbursement from Amazon. ChannelMAX Services offer Remote (aka Virtual) Full-Time eCommerce Assistant to help 3P sellers run their daytoday business.
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