Compliance is crucial for Amazon sellers navigating the e-commerce landscape. However, due to the various regulations and standards involved, sellers tend to make some common mistakes when it comes to compliance.
Here, you will find the most common product compliance mistakes. Let's explore these errors and their implications.
1. Packaging andLabeling Blunders:
· Missing or incorrectly attached contact addresses on packaging
· Misuse of labels for different countries
· Errors in applying seals like the Green Dot, CE, FSC, WEEE
· Inadequate labeling for various European markets
· Incorrect product labeling, especially regarding material composition and specifications
Consequences: Amazon may block listings, necessitating label corrections or product disposal.
2. ProhibitedAdvertising Practices:
· Unauthorized use of seals or reports.
· Misleading claims about product quality based on test results.
Consequences: Risk of legal action from competitors or brand owners for trademark infringement.
3. Tricky Documentation& Intellectual Property Oversights:
· Reliance on outdated or falsified test reports
· Manipulation of materials during testing
· Neglecting patent, trademark, or copyright checks
· Ignoring regional safety regulations
Consequences: Potential product blocks and legal repercussions for submitting incorrect documents, legal disputes over intellectual property violations.
4. Mishandling Requests
· Over-sharing or providing inaccurate information
· Inability to discern genuine requests from competitors
Consequences: Risk of penalties and damage to seller reputation.
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During this process, GQC can provide sellers with professional compliance testing and assessment services. GQC is committed to helping companies understand and comply with market compliance requirements, and providing strong support for product compliance and market access. Visit www.gqc.io to learn more about howGQC supports Amazon sellers
