Effective June 30, 2025, Amazon is implementing a new, standalone policy specifically addressing the sale of stolen goods. This policy strengthens Amazon’s ongoing commitment to protecting customers and combating illicit trade on its platform.

Key aspects of the updated policy include:

1. Regulatory Compliance: The creation of this dedicated policy is a response to new government regulations, though its principles align with Amazon’s existing efforts to prevent and investigate the sale of stolen items.
2. Consistency with Existing Rules: This new policy is consistent with current seller requirements that prohibit engagement in illegal activities.
3. Seller Responsibility: Sellers are required to ensure the legitimacy of their supply chains, mirroring expectations outlined in existing policies like the “Responsible Sourcing documentation request requirements.”
4. Severe Consequences: Non-compliance with this policy, including the sale of stolen goods, can lead to:
   1. Listing removal.
   2. Immediate loss of selling privileges.
   3. Ineligibility for fund disbursement.
   4. Disposal of inventory in Amazon fulfillment centers at the seller’s expense.
   5. Other potential legal ramifications.

Source:

• https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-forums/discussions/t/e27d299b-6c13-4914-82f6-3ef4ca4e7cdb