Important Notice for Amazon FBA Sellers: Chinese Freight Forwarders Issue Joint Compliance Initiative
Several leading China-based FBA first-mile logistics companies have jointly released an industry initiative calling for stronger compliance in cross-border e-commerce logistics, particularly for shipments entering the United States.
The announcement comes amid increasing inspections by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and a growing number of shipment detention or return cases affecting cross-border sellers.
The initiative aims to raise awareness among sellers and logistics providers about rising regulatory risks and encourage the adoption of compliant international shipping practices.
Key Points from the Joint Initiative
According to the announcement, industry participants have recently observed a noticeable increase in U.S. customs inspections targeting shipments from China.
Since January 2026, multiple containers have reportedly been forced to return due to issues related to trade authenticity and import compliance.
The initiative also notes that U.S. authorities — including U.S. Customs and the Department of Justice — have begun strengthening enforcement actions against violations such as:
- False trade declarations
- Improper Importer of Record (IOR) arrangements
- Non-compliant duty-included shipping structures
These developments have raised concerns across the cross-border e-commerce logistics sector.
Compliance Recommendations for Sellers
The joint statement encourages cross-border sellers to adopt more transparent and compliant logistics structures, including:
- Applying for a customs bond (such as a Shipper Bond)
- Using a legitimate Importer of Record (IOR)
- Implementing single-shipment, single-clearance customs processes
- Ensuring clear responsibility and transparency throughout the trade chain
The goal is to strengthen the authenticity of international trade documentation and reduce customs risks.
Industry Signatories
The initiative was jointly issued by ten China-based FBA logistics providers, including companies headquartered in Shenzhen, Guangzhou, and Zhejiang.
The signatories include（The rankings are not in any particular order）:
Read the Full Announcement
For the complete Chinese version of the joint initiative, please refer to the original publication:
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