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That sense of unease only intensifies when considering how fraught interactions with customer support can be. Sellers frequently report difficulties in resolving issues with Amazon, leading to time-wasting disputes over lost inventory and handling fees.
Emerging Competitive Pressures
Beyond these policy shifts, external pressures are mounting for Amazon sellers. New players like Timu and Shein are aggressively capturing market share by selling directly to consumers at lower prices. At the same time, Amazon has launched its own competing drop-shipping service, manipulating the market further to reduce reliance on third-party sellers.