Cross-Border Daily Briefing 2026-11-02
Key points
- 01US CBP modified the Section 321 data pilot, adding optional data elements, expanding participation eligibility and extending the declaration period, increasing the complexity of low-value duty-free import declarations.
- 02TikTok Shop's Southeast Asia cross-border return new rules take effect on November 5; failure to cooperate with the cross-border return process will result in loss of appeal qualification.
- 03The US China vessel entry fee exemption expires on November 9; if not further extended, shipping costs from China to the US may rise.
- 04Amazon reportedly sent 'either-or' warning letters to multi-platform sellers, requiring sellers to choose between Amazon and platforms such as Temu/SHEIN, otherwise they may face restrictions.
- 05The US indefinitely suspended the duty-free exemption for low-value goods under $800 outside the postal network, recommending priority switching to postal channels or combining packages for formal customs declaration.
📋 Cross-border Seller Daily | 2026-11-02
⏰ 30-Second Overview
- •US low-value duty-free channel continues to tighten: duty-free treatment for goods under $800 outside the postal network is suspended indefinitely, and the exemption for China vessel fees expires on November 9.
- •TikTok Shop intensive adjustments: Southeast Asia cross-border return new rules effective November 5, Malaysia beauty commission up 3.24 percentage points.
- •Amazon reportedly sent 'either-or' warning letters to multi-platform sellers; Temu/SHEIN sellers need urgent risk assessment.
- •TikTok US opens image-car links and internal tests AI livestreaming; Europe station gets 1 billion subsidy before Black Friday, content conversion window opens.
- •Vietnam and Japan market signals strong: Vietnam four-platform GMV up 44% year-on-year, Japan beauty devices and other categories sell well.
🔴 Key Focus
US Customs Modifies Section 321 Data Pilot, Low-Value Declaration Tightens
US CBP modified the Section 321 data pilot, adding optional data elements, expanding participation eligibility and extending the declaration period. The complexity of low-value duty-free import declarations increases; non-compliance may affect customs clearance. It is recommended to immediately check T86/postal channel declaration fields and add 10-digit HTS codes and recipient information.
TikTok Shop Southeast Asia Cross-border Return New Rules Effective November 5
Requires sellers to cooperate with the cross-border return process; non-cooperation will lose appeal qualification. Southeast Asia order return handling must be incorporated into SOP, otherwise goods loss may be in vain. It is recommended to immediately check official announcements, assign dedicated personnel to handle return tickets and retain acceptance evidence.
US China Vessel Entry Fee Exemption Expires November 9
If not further extended, shipping costs from China to the US may rise, directly increasing sellers' first-leg freight. It is recommended to assess inventory and replenishment plans this week, ship goods that can be sent early to lock current freight rates, or prepare overseas warehouse/transshipment alternatives.
Amazon Reportedly Sends Warning Letters, Demands Sellers 'Either-Or'
Reports say Amazon requires sellers to choose between Amazon and platforms such as Temu/SHEIN, otherwise they may face restrictions. Multi-platform operation risks increase. It is recommended to temporarily avoid mentioning other platforms in Amazon communications, isolate core links and multi-platform stores at account level, and await official stance.
US Indefinitely Suspends Duty-Free Exemption for Low-Value Goods Outside Postal Network
Goods valued under $800, except through international postal network, require formal or informal customs declaration; cost and timeliness may rise. It is recommended to prioritize switching to postal channels, or combine packages for formal declaration, and recalculate DDP pricing and profit.
TikTok Shop Malaysia Beauty Commission Up 3.24 Percentage Points
Malaysia beauty category operating costs directly increase. It is recommended to immediately re-
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