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Amazon reduces return period from 30 to 14 days: these are the new rules
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Amazon reduces return period from 30 to 14 days: these are the new rules

Starting in September 2026, Amazon is reducing its return period for many products from 30 days to 14 days. This change applies to 16 product categories, including baby products, beauty items, household goods, and more. Customers will now have 14 days to register their return request after receiving the item, followed by another 14 days to send the product back. The update affects marketplace sellers who generally welcome the change as it benefits them. However, the transition period allows returns within 30 days for items delivered by October 1, 2026. The new rules do not require customers to return items within 14 days but rather to declare their intent to return within that time frame. The exact return periods will be displayed on individual product pages, which could complicate matters for consumers.

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Amazon reduces return period from 30 to 14 days: these are the new rules

Starting in September 2026, Amazon is reducing its return period for many products from 30 days to 14 days. This change applies to 16 product categories, including baby products, beauty items, household goods, and more. Customers will now have 14 days to register their return request after receiving the item, followed by another 14 days to send the product back. The update affects marketplace sellers who generally welcome the change as it benefits them. However, the transition period allows returns within 30 days for items delivered by October 1, 2026. The new rules do not require customers to return items within 14 days but rather to declare their intent to return within that time frame. The exact return periods will be displayed on individual product pages, which could complicate matters for consumers.

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