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Effective January 26, 2026, Amazon will officially update the rules for processing refunds for shipments shipped by merchants themselves (FBM).

This adjustment involves refund processing timeframes, automatic system refund triggers, and eligibility for claims under the Seller Assurance for Foreign Transactions Program (SAFE-T), which will directly impact the way FBM sellers manage refunds and returns.

From the surface of the rules, the new policy seems to extend the processing time for sellers, but at the level of practical implementation, once the operation is not appropriate, but more likely to trigger automatic refunds and loss of eligibility for subsequent claims, the impact of the medium and high customer unit price sellers is particularly obvious.

01 Core Changes to the New FBM Refund Rules

(1) Adjustment of Refund Processing Time Limit Since the new regulation came into effect, the refund processing window after the delivery of the returned goods will be extended from the original 2 working days to 4 natural days (including weekends and legal holidays). On the surface, the processing time is more relaxed, but the calculation of "natural days" also means that sellers need to include weekends and holidays in the daily refund management rhythm.

(2) Direct Consequences of Timeout Processing If the seller does not complete the refund operation within 4 natural days, the system will automatically execute the refund. At the same time, this type of order will most likely lose the eligibility to make a claim through SAFE-T (Seller's Transaction Enhancement Facility).

There are only a few exceptions where a complaint can still be attempted, e.g.: the return was lost in transit. The logistic signature information is obviously wrong and not the responsibility of the seller. In addition to the above, once the system automatically refunds, the seller basically loses the possibility of recovering the loss.

3) The applicability statement (this is especially critical) applies only to FBM orders that do not utilize Amazon's prepaid return label (RFS). For orders using RFS service, the refund rules remain unchanged and SAFE-T protection can still be used normally. If you need to register a U.S. company or go overseas to start a cross-border e-commerce business, feel free to inquire (WeChat: 13045886252)▼▼▼▼

02 The Real Risks Behind the New Regulations

The new policy seems to "give time", but it hides a core risk: the control of refunds is shifting from the seller to the system. Once the process is not completed within 4 days, the system will directly refund for the seller. In this case, except for a few abnormal logistics scenarios, SAFE-T channel is almost impossible to recover losses. For items with a unit price of $50-$200, this means: the item was returned or even used. The refund amount is returned directly to the buyer by the system. The seller has to bear the logistics, product loss and capital costs at the same time, which is tantamount to "giving away the product for nothing, but also subsidizing the costs".

A Seller's Guide to Avoiding the Pit: 3 Key Actions

Under the new regulations, FBM sellers must adjust their refund and return processes in advance to avoid being passively stepped on.

1) Strictly follow the "guided refund process"

Refund operations must be completed in accordance with the Amazon back-office guidance process, including the necessary inspection and status confirmation steps, to ensure that each step meets the requirements of the platform records, to avoid being judged as timeout due to irregularities in the process.

2) Systematic retention of logistics and signing of receipt vouchers

Including but not limited to: shipping voucher. Returned goods logistics bill number. Screenshot or record of return receipt. This information will be the key evidence base for subsequent SAFE-T applications.

3) High Frequency Attention to SAFE-T Page Status

Check rule updates and case processing progress in a timely manner to avoid missing complaint windows due to lagging information.

Operation path: Seller's backstage → Orders → Apply for SAFE-T compensation.

A reminder of the reality of SAFE-T

To be clear: SAFE-T is more of a grievance channel than a deterministic payout mechanism.

Many sellers feedback that the mechanism: the audit threshold is high. There are differences in the caliber of processing for the same type of problem in different orders and at different points in time. The payout success rate is not stable.

Therefore, instead of using SAFE-T as "insurance", try to avoid triggering the automatic refund itself.

Therefore, if you need to register a U.S. domestic company, you can consult the Enterprise Caiying Group efficient and professional processing (telephone and WeChat consulting: 13045886252); at the same time, today also share the U.S. company registration of the applicable population, as well as how to register the U.S. company for your cross-border business to enter the U.S. market escort!

03 Advantages of registering a U.S. company

1) High international credibility, recognition and legal status

A company registered in the United States has a high degree of international credibility and recognition and can open corporate accounts with banks worldwide. The company's international legal status is also high, protected by the U.S. government, and highly recognized.

 2) Flexibility in case of exchange rate fluctuations

In the United States after the registration of the company, there is a public account is not subject to domestic foreign exchange control, foreign exchange freely in and out.

 3) Have more avenues for reasonable tax avoidance

We can utilize overseas companies for proper tax arrangements and reasonable and legal tax planning. All foreign companies in our country have a policy of reducing or exempting taxes and utilizing international transfer prices to distribute profits and expenses. If you do not operate your business on U.S. soil, you are exempt from corporate income tax, corporate share tax and personal income tax, and only deliver the normal annual fee.

 4) Immigration and Visa Facilities

After registering a U.S. company for 1 year, you can apply for a resident card from the U.S. official by your lawyer for immigration purpose; many Chinese entrepreneurs have also obtained a U.S. green card by opening a branch in the U.S. This is the L1 visa.The L1 visa is an open work visa from the U.S. Immigration Service.

 5) Sales Advantage

Company information is available to buyers on many e-commerce platforms, such as Amazon. At the initial stage without a brand, buyers are inclined to choose US-based companies, so US companies are more dominant in terms of sales. 

In fact, for cross-border e-commerce, the advantages of registering a U.S. company are even more obvious.

1) Policy Benefits

You can get policy care on local platforms, such as lower commissions, risk of blocking, and category restrictions.

 2) Platform on-boarding

Can be stationed in the cross-border e-commerce platform (Walmart, Overstock, Sears, etc.), which restricts only U.S. companies to apply for services: American Gift Association ASI and SAGE; ASI and SAGE are also our company's featured services, which have been successfully handled by dozens of companies.

Do small commodity trade sellers, interested in can consult the enterprise financial surplus group efficient and professional processing (telephone and wechat consulting: 13045886252 ).

 3) Lower risk

The audit is easy to pass, but also more local consumers trust, low rate of closure, and the U.S. company for the U.S. bank account, collection and exchange loss is low.

 Other, the current U.S. companies relative to the Amazon global open store faster time, but also can do some Chinese companies can not do the category (class such as: jewelry, etc.).

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04 Applicable People for Incorporation of U.S. Companies

1) Chinese sellers seeking a foothold in the US market:

For Chinese businesses looking to gain a firmer foothold in the U.S. market, having a "local identity" enhances the trust of local consumers and helps them better penetrate and expand into the U.S. market.

2) Merchants who reduce the risk of operating an e-commerce platform:

If business on cross-border e-commerce platforms such as Amazon performs well and orders continue to grow, registering a U.S.-based company can effectively reduce the risk of account blocking and may enjoy various preferential policies and support provided by the platforms for local businesses.

3) Entrepreneurs seeking tax benefits:

Some U.S. states have implemented a variety of tax incentives for local businesses that are designed to promote business activity, innovation, and enterprise development. Therefore, by incorporating in specific regions of the United States, cross-border sellers have the opportunity to take advantage of these financial incentives.

4) Companies that focus on brand image building:

In order to establish a more positive and professional image in the U.S. market, some Chinese companies choose to register their companies in the U.S. in order to obtain an official office address and contact information, thus demonstrating to consumers their identity as a reliable partner, and further enhancing brand recognition and credibility.

5) Businesses that plan to raise capital or go public for expansion:

For Chinese companies that intend to expand through financing, or even seek an IPO, registering an entity in the U.S. often makes it easier to attract the attention of investors.

This is not only because the U.S. has a sophisticated capital markets system, but also because it provides access to a wide range of investment resources.

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05 What information do I need to prepare to register a U.S. corporation?

①English company name and state of incorporation (company name without punctuation as much as possible, before confirming to the verification of the name).

②Corporate registered capital (default 1,000 shares, one share of one U.S. dollar).

③ business scope of the company (not limited to the number of words, business scope is more to provide its main business products or services can be).

④Over 18 years of age shareholder director ID card front and back or passport, if the shareholder is a company, you also need to provide the business license of the shareholder company.

⑤ If the customer's own U.S. address, it is required; if not, it is ignored.

(6) Shareholder and director e-mail and contact number.

⑦ Shareholder director blank A4 paper signature (or group information confirmation is sufficient).

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06 Process of Incorporating a U.S. Corporation

1) Company name check (the most satisfactory name, preferably several more alternatives).

(2) Submission of power of attorney (completed power of attorney and signing of agreement).

3) Signing the agreement (signing a letter of agreement on mutually agreed terms).

4) Delivery costs.

5) Signing of statutory documents (arranging for a full set of documents to be signed by all shareholders and directors).

6) Government approval process.

7) Company formation is completed U.S. company registration cycle is generally about 20 working days.

Registrations will vary slightly from state to state in the U.S., as will the time required.

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07 U.S. companies are registered, how to maintain later?

1) Annual Audit

An annual review includes confirming or updating the basic business information of the company, such as registered address, agent information, and director information.

The timing and requirements for annual audits vary from state to state; for example, Delaware regular corporations are required to complete an annual audit by March 1, while LLCs are required to do so by June.

Other states, such as New York, have biennial annual audits, while California and Nevada have natural annual audits, i.e., one audit per year.

Failure to keep annual audits on time may result in fines or other legal consequences.

2) Tax Returns

Tax returns for U.S. corporations include both state and federal taxes.

For federal taxes, companies are required to file a tax return at the rate of 21% if there is a business profit, and not if there is no profit.

State taxes vary from state to state; some states such as Nevada, Texas, and Washington do not have a state income tax, while others may have a franchise tax that needs to be paid even if the company does not operate locally, such as California and New York.

When filing taxes, companies are required to file the appropriate tax forms and reports and pay the appropriate taxes based on their type (e.g., C-Corporation or LLC) and operations.

Be careful: even if there are no operations, the company is required to file a zero tax return!

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08 Why choose Enterprise Caiying Group?

🏆 Why choose Enterprise Finance? --Professional strength, global trust

Enterprise Caiying Group, since its establishment in 2015, has always been adhering to the mission of "empowering every entrepreneurial dream", focusing on providing one-stop globalized industry, commerce, finance and tax and business services for enterprises.

Our bottom line, from the deep precipitation and authoritative certification:

✅ Service Scale Witnesses Reputation: Accumulated services for more than 300,000+ enterprises, long-term cooperation with more than 50,000+ customers.

✅ Global Network Local Support: Branches are set up in Beijing, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Hong Kong, Southeast Asia, and the United States, with services covering Asia, Europe, and the Americas.

✅ Official certification qualification escort: with 3 Hong Kong government certified licensed secretarial firms, a U.S. branch and a self-employed Hong Kong accounting firm, and at the same time is the vice president of the Shenzhen Agency Bookkeeping Association, etc., to ensure that the service is fully compliant and reliable.

The four core advantages of Enterprise Caiying's overseas company registration service:

🔹 1. A team of experts to guide you throughout the process

Our team of nearly 400 professionals consists of senior lawyers, accountants, tax accountants and cross-border business consultants. They are well versed in international regulations, handle thousands of high-end cases annually, and can provide optimal customized solutions from structural design to on-the-ground implementation.

🔹 2. digitally empowered, smart and efficient

We have spent 20 million RMB to research and develop our own digital system "Echobo", which realizes process standardization and progress visualization. The integration of AI intelligent analysis can provide quick insight into demand and assist in generating solutions, making complex affairs clear, transparent and efficient.

🔹 3. Eco-links, extra value

We connect over 500,000+ entrepreneurs with domestic and international associations. By regularly organizing cross-border salons, tax law seminars and other activities, we not only solve registration problems, but are also committed to linking resources and creating business opportunities for you.

🔹 4. Full-cycle accompaniment for worry-free sailing

Our services go beyond "successful registration". We provide a full life cycle of services from early consultation, mid-term implementation, to late financial and tax declaration, annual audit and maintenance, and compliance consulting, to become your long-term and stable partner for overseas expansion.

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