Amazon Sellers Struggle With Patent Fights Algorithm Shifts Ahead of Holidays

Amazon Sellers Struggle With Patent Fights Algorithm Shifts Ahead of Holidays

Amazon sellers are approaching peak season, facing triple challenges: infringement, new platform rules, and a market downturn. Garden hose connectors are being removed due to widespread patent infringement, highlighting the need for careful product selection to avoid risks. Amazon's search page adjustments, particularly the impact of zero-star reviews, pose challenges for new product promotion. Sellers must operate in compliance and adopt refined operational strategies to survive the competition and seize opportunities during the peak season. Prioritizing legal compliance and meticulous management are crucial for success.

12/29/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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Diamond Painting Pen Tip Patent Dispute Risks Tros for Crossborder Sellers

Diamond Painting Pen Tip Patent Dispute Risks Tros for Crossborder Sellers

A cross-border e-commerce intellectual property rights case has emerged involving a design patent (D1049230) for a diamond painting pen tip replacement part, filed in the US by Chinese seller Mr. Wu. The case, numbered 26-cv-00358, is in the filing stage, although a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) has not yet been granted. Cross-border e-commerce sellers are advised to conduct self-checks of their stores to avoid selling infringing products that could lead to fund freezes and to strengthen their intellectual property awareness.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Wcos CEN Precertification Enhances Global Trade Security

Wcos CEN Precertification Enhances Global Trade Security

The World Customs Organization (WCO) successfully held its first CEN (Customs Enforcement Network) Application Technology and Operational Advisor Pre-certification Workshop in Xiamen. The workshop aimed to cultivate a group of experts proficient in CEN applications, enhance global customs enforcement capabilities, combat cross-border crime, and safeguard trade security. Customs elites from various countries participated in the workshop. Upon certification, they will join the WCO expert pool, providing technical assistance to member countries in need. This initiative strengthens international cooperation in customs enforcement.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Boosts Trade Security with Training for Francophone Nations

WCO Boosts Trade Security with Training for Francophone Nations

The World Customs Organization (WCO) Strategic Trade Control Enforcement (STCE) project held a 'Train the Trainer' workshop for French-speaking countries. The aim was to enhance customs enforcement capabilities in strategic goods trade control and prevent the illicit cross-border movement of weapons of mass destruction and related items. Participants acquired core knowledge of strategic trade controls, enforcement skills, and training techniques, laying the foundation for a multilingual team of experts. This initiative strengthens global efforts to combat proliferation and secure international trade supply chains.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Amazon Sellers Warned to Avoid IP Infringement in Product Selection

Amazon Sellers Warned to Avoid IP Infringement in Product Selection

Selecting products for Amazon's cross-border e-commerce platform requires careful consideration of infringement risks. This guide provides strategies for preventing infringement during product selection, including supplier due diligence, case study analysis, and patent searches. It aims to help sellers avoid trademark, patent, image, and copyright infringements, ensuring a safer and more compliant business on Amazon. By implementing these preventative measures, sellers can minimize potential legal issues and protect their brand reputation.

01/04/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Global Operation DEMETER V Cracks Down on Illegal Environmental Trade

Global Operation DEMETER V Cracks Down on Illegal Environmental Trade

Operation DEMETER V is a global customs enforcement operation targeting the illegal cross-border movement of environmentally sensitive commodities. Initiated by the World Customs Organization, the operation focuses on the illicit trafficking of hazardous waste (particularly plastic waste) and ozone-depleting substances. Through enhanced international cooperation and information exchange, Operation DEMETER V has successfully seized significant quantities of illegal waste and ozone-depleting substances, effectively upholding the enforcement of international environmental conventions.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Cambodia Strengthens Anticounterfeit Efforts with WCO Backing

Cambodia Strengthens Anticounterfeit Efforts with WCO Backing

The WCO is assisting Cambodian Customs in combating counterfeit and pirated goods, enhancing its border enforcement capabilities for intellectual property rights, and protecting consumer rights and public health and safety. This collaboration aims to strengthen Cambodia's ability to prevent the entry of illicit goods, safeguarding legitimate businesses and ensuring the well-being of its citizens. The WCO's support includes training, technical assistance, and the sharing of best practices in customs enforcement and intellectual property protection.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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West and Central Africa Boost Security with Customs Network

West and Central Africa Boost Security with Customs Network

The West and Central Africa Customs Organization (WCO) enhanced the intelligence capabilities and Customs Enforcement Network (CEN) application skills of customs officers in the region through a webinar. This initiative aims to strengthen intelligence sharing and jointly combat fraud and transnational organized crime, thereby maintaining regional security and stability. The webinar focused on improving the officers' abilities to collect, analyze, and disseminate customs intelligence, ultimately contributing to a more effective and coordinated approach to law enforcement within the region.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Enhances Border Security with Trade Control Training

WCO Enhances Border Security with Trade Control Training

The World Customs Organization's (WCO) Strategic Trade Control Enforcement (STCE) Expert Training and Certification Program aims to develop a professional workforce and enhance member customs' enforcement capabilities to combat the illicit trade of items related to weapons of mass destruction. Through systematic training and rigorous certification, the program builds a sustainable training system, promotes international cooperation, and drives the unification of STCE standards, contributing to global security. This initiative fosters a global network of trained experts dedicated to preventing the proliferation of sensitive goods.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Customs Key in Fighting Illegal Wildlife Trade CITES COP15 Insights

Customs Key in Fighting Illegal Wildlife Trade CITES COP15 Insights

The 15th meeting of the CITES Conference of the Parties highlighted the crucial role of customs in combating cross-border environmental crime. The WCO contributes to the protection of endangered species by raising awareness among customs officers, providing enforcement tools, and strengthening international cooperation. Data analysis reveals a persistently high violation rate, necessitating enhanced data-driven enforcement and technological innovation to build a global environmental security defense. Further efforts are needed to improve detection and prevention measures, fostering a collaborative approach to effectively combat illegal wildlife trade.

01/22/2026 Customs Knowledge
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