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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Anne d'Innocenzio

Amazon slaps increased charges on third-party sellers as Iran war hits

An Amazon truck makes deliveries in Wheeling, Ill., May 16, 2024. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File) -

Amazon is imposing a 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge on third-party sellers using its platform, effective April 17.

The online retail giant confirmed the temporary charge on Thursday, citing a spike in fuel prices since the war in Iran began. It will affect many sellers who use Amazon’s fulfilment services.

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