2026.02.28 Shopee Taiwan Tightens Control on Radio Frequency Equipment

Shopee Taiwan Enforces Stricter RF Equipment Certification

Shopee Taiwan has issued a new compliance notice for local sellers, mandating strict adherence to telecommunications regulations. Effective immediately, sellers offering telecommunication-controlled radio frequency equipment—such as Bluetooth earphones, WiFi routers, and wireless keyboards—must clearly display or provide images of the "Type Approval Label" and "Declaration of Conformity Label" on their product pages. The platform prohibits the manufacture, import, sale, or public display of any RF equipment without proper type certification and approval. Violators face fines ranging from 10,000 to 200,000 New Taiwan Dollars and must correct the issue within a deadline; failure to comply will result in consecutive penalties. This move underscores the critical need for sellers to verify product certifications to avoid significant financial penalties and listing removals.

Shopee Thailand Adjusts Delivery Timelines for 3.3 Mega Sale

In preparation for the upcoming 3.3 Mega Sale, Shopee Thailand has announced adjustments to delivery schedules for local store orders. The update, effective February 28, specifies revised shipping and delivery timeframes for standard transport as well as Express and Instant delivery services. This proactive measure aims to ensure logistical efficiency and smooth order fulfillment during the high-traffic promotional period. Sellers are strongly advised to review the new timelines, adjust their inventory and shipping plans accordingly, and prioritize on-time dispatch to maintain performance metrics and customer satisfaction during the major sales event.

Shopee Fined Over 14.1 Million BRL by São Paulo Consumer Agency

Brazil's São Paulo consumer protection agency, Procon-SP, has imposed a fine of 14,118,800 Brazilian Reais on Shopee's operating company. The penalty cites violations of the Consumer Protection Code, including the use of unfair terms in service agreements and insufficient information disclosure. Specific issues involved attempts to exempt the platform from liability for product defects and granting unilateral rights to cancel contracts. Shopee has the right to appeal the decision. This substantial fine represents a significant step in Brazil's ongoing efforts to strengthen e-commerce regulation, signaling to all marketplace operators the heightened scrutiny on consumer rights and transparent business practices.

India's Unwrought Aluminum Imports Surge, Russia's Share Remains Below 1%

India's imports of unwrought aluminum from Russia skyrocketed by 3.7 times, reaching a value of $2.82 million and marking the highest level since 2023. Despite this dramatic increase, Russia's share of India's total unwrought aluminum import market remains below 1%, placing it last among the top 15 suppliers. The market continues to be dominated by China, Malaysia, and the UAE, which hold 27.7%, 24.3%, and 15.7% shares, respectively. This data highlights the concentrated nature of India's supply sources and indicates that while trade with Russia is growing from a low base, it has not yet significantly altered the established import landscape for this key industrial material.