Episode 089: BREAKING News! How Amazon’s New Reimbursement Policy Affects You

Amazon just announced a major change to its FBA Inventory Reimbursement Policy, effective March 2025, and it’s causing a stir among sellers! In this video, I break down the policy update, explain what “manufacturing cost” means according to Amazon, and how it impacts resellers, wholesalers, and private label sellers.

Key Highlights:
✅ What “manufacturing cost” actually means for reimbursements
✅ How this policy impacts resellers, wholesalers, and private label sellers
✅ Steps to take now to prepare for this change
✅ Tips to safeguard your Amazon business and diversify your income

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Chapters
00:00 – Introduction: Big News for Amazon Sellers
00:31 – Policy Announcement Overview
01:22 – Effective Date and Timeline
02:12 – What ‘Manufacturing Cost’ Really Means
03:33 – Private Label vs. Reseller Impact
05:17 – Amazon’s Cost Estimate vs. Providing Your Own
07:55 – Changes in the Reimbursement Portal
09:10 – How to Access the New Portal
10:24 – Automatic Reimbursements: Myth vs. Reality
11:38 – Key Takeaways for Sellers
12:29 – Diversifying Beyond Amazon
13:20 – Final Thoughts & Resources for Sellers

 

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