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Amazon Seller News and Policy Updates for 2025

Expert Analysis: Amazon Seller Policy Updates & News for 2025

Your expert source for the latest 2025 Amazon seller news, policy changes, and legal analysis. This guide covers critical updates to the Amazon Business Solutions Agreement (BSA), account health metrics, and compliance strategies to prevent account suspensions. Published by AMZ Sellers Attorney®, a law firm specializing in Amazon seller rights.

Key Amazon Policy Changes for 2025

  • Stricter Listing Compliance: Amazon is increasing enforcement against non-compliant images, keyword stuffing in titles, and unverified product claims.
  • Updates to Business Solutions Agreement (BSA): Notable changes impact dispute resolution clauses, intellectual property (IP) complaint handling, and return policies.
  • Revised Account Health Metrics: Amazon has adjusted the thresholds for the Order Defect Rate (ODR) and Late Shipment Rate (LSR), requiring stricter operational performance.

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AMZ Sellers Attorney® provides proactive legal audits and expert assistance in navigating complex Amazon policies to protect your business from deactivation.

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What is the most important Amazon seller news for 2025?

The most critical news involves updates to Section 3 of the BSA, revised account health rating calculations, and new inventory placement requirements. Our blog provides continuous analysis of these trends.

How do I prevent an Amazon account suspension in 2025?

To prevent suspension, regularly audit your listings for compliance, maintain excellent performance metrics above the new thresholds, and ensure your sourcing documentation (invoices, letters of authorization) is always ready for review.

Where can I find reliable analysis of Amazon policy changes?

AMZ Sellers Attorney®'s news blog offers expert legal analysis, breaking down complex policy changes into actionable advice for sellers.

Preventing Amazon Listing Deactivation for Expiration Date

4/24/2023

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Introduction
Amazon's strict guidelines require sellers to follow specific rules and regulations to maintain their product listings. One common reason for listing deactivation is the expiration date issue. In this article, we will discuss how to avoid a listing deactivation for expiration date on Amazon and how Amazon Sellers Attorney can help you restore your listing if it happens. 
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Understanding Amazon's Expiration Date Policies
Amazon's policy on expiration-dated products aims to protect consumers from receiving expired or soon-to-expire items. As an Amazon seller, it is crucial to understand these policies and ensure that your products comply with them to avoid listing deactivation. Some key points to remember:
  1. Products must have a minimum remaining shelf life of at least 90 days at the time of receipt by Amazon.
  2. The expiration date must be clearly visible and readable on the product packaging.
  3. Properly formatted expiration dates must be included in your product listings.
By adhering to these guidelines, you reduce the risk of your listing being deactivated due to expiration date issues.

Steps to Avoid Listing Deactivation for Expiration Date
Follow these steps to ensure your product listings comply with Amazon's expiration date policies and minimize the risk of listing deactivation:
  1. Maintain Accurate Inventory Records: Keep detailed and up-to-date records of your inventory, including expiration dates and product quantities. This will help you track and manage your inventory more effectively, ensuring that expired products are not sent to Amazon fulfillment centers.
  2. Implement First-In-First-Out (FIFO) Inventory Management: Adopt a FIFO approach to inventory management, which ensures that the oldest products are sold first, reducing the risk of selling expired or soon-to-expire products.
  3. Regularly Update Product Listings: Update your product listings with accurate expiration dates and ensure that the formatting complies with Amazon's requirements.
  4. Perform Quality Control Checks: Regularly inspect your inventory for expired or damaged products and remove them promptly. This will help prevent customer complaints and potential listing deactivation.
  5. Educate Your Staff: Train your staff on Amazon's expiration date policies and the importance of maintaining accurate inventory records to ensure compliance.


How Amazon Sellers Attorney Can Help Restore Your Listing
If your listing has been deactivated due to expiration date issues, Amazon Sellers Attorney can help you navigate the reinstatement process and restore your listing as quickly as possible. Here's how they can assist you:
  1. Review the Suspension Notice: An experienced Amazon Sellers Attorney will carefully review the suspension notice to identify the specific reasons for the deactivation and develop a tailored plan to address the issue.
  2. Draft a Comprehensive Plan of Action (POA): ASA will help you create a compelling and thorough POA, detailing the steps you have taken to resolve the issue and the measures you will implement to prevent future violations. A well-crafted POA is essential to convince Amazon to reinstate your listing.
  3. Provide Legal Advice and Guidance: Amazon Sellers Attorney can provide valuable legal advice and guidance on how to maintain compliance with Amazon's policies and prevent future listing deactivations.
  4. Assist with Escalation: If your initial POA is not accepted by Amazon, the attorney can help escalate the case to higher levels at Amazon's Legal Department, increasing your chances of a successful reinstatement.

The Benefits of Hiring Amazon Sellers Attorney
Hiring an Amazon Sellers Attorney to assist with listing deactivation issues offers several benefits:
  1. Expertise: Amazon Sellers Attorney is  well-versed in Amazon's policies and guidelines, ensuring that they can provide accurate advice and develop effective strategies for reinstating your listing.
  2. Time Savings: The reinstatement process can be time-consuming and complex. By hiring Amazon Sellers Attorney, you can focus on other aspects of your business while they handle the reinstatement process on your behalf.
  3. Higher Success Rate: Amazon Sellers Attorney has dealt with many similar cases in the past and knows the best practices for reinstating listings. This experience can translate to a higher success rate in getting your listing reactivated.
  4. Peace of Mind: Having a knowledgeable professional handle your case can reduce stress and provide reassurance that you are taking the necessary steps to restore your listing and maintain compliance with Amazon's policies.
  5. Ongoing Support: Amazon Sellers Attorney can provide ongoing support and advice to help you navigate Amazon's ever-changing policies and maintain the health of your seller account.

Conclusion
Avoiding listing deactivation for expiration date on Amazon requires a thorough understanding of Amazon's expiration date policies and careful inventory management. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can minimize the risk of listing deactivation and ensure that your products remain available to customers.
However, if your listing is deactivated due to expiration date issues, hiring Amazon Sellers Attorney can be a valuable resource in the reinstatement process. They can help you draft a persuasive Plan of Action, communicate with Amazon if your appeal languishes at the lower levels, and provide expert guidance to get your listing restored as quickly as possible. By partnering with Amazon Sellers Attorney, you can focus on growing your business while they handle the complexities of listing reinstatement.  Call, chat, submit your case or email us now for a free consultation.
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