2026.07.16 Shopee to Remove Non-Local Language Listings from September 28
Shopee to Remove Non-Local Language Listings from September 28
Shopee has announced that from September 28, 2020, it will begin removing listings that use non-local official languages for more than 50% of their product descriptions, aiming to enhance buyer browsing experience. Affected items will be deleted, and sellers will incur penalty points. The first penalty point assessment will be conducted on October 5, based on the previous week's data. For cross-border sellers, this means ensuring all product descriptions comply with the local language requirements of each Shopee marketplace to avoid penalties and maintain visibility.
Honda Plans Electric Motorcycle Production in Vietnam from September 2026
Honda Vietnam's General Manager has announced plans to start local production of the UC3 electric motorcycle in Vietnam as early as September 2026. The UC3 is Honda's first model equipped with a fixed lithium iron phosphate battery, offering a maximum range of 122 km and using a two-wheel CHAdeMO charging standard with 6kW peak power. Previously produced in Thailand, the UC3 positions itself as an electric alternative to 110cc gasoline scooters. Honda also plans to deploy charging stations at dealerships in major Vietnamese cities by June 2026. This move is crucial for Honda to maintain its 10% market share amid Vietnam's accelerating electrification trend.
Indonesia BPOM Seizes 14 Cosmetics with Banned Ingredients
Indonesia's Food and Drug Supervisory Agency (BPOM) has reported findings from its second-quarter 2026 cosmetic monitoring, detecting 14 products containing banned substances like retinoic acid, hydroquinone, mercury, and red K10 dye, posing cancer and kidney damage risks. Among them, 11 were locally produced, 1 was imported, and 2 lacked distribution permits. BPOM has revoked their distribution licenses and ordered a halt to production, distribution, and imports. Violators face up to 12 years imprisonment or fines of up to 50 billion Indonesian rupiah under Indonesia's Health Law. Cross-border sellers must ensure their cosmetic products comply with BPOM regulations to avoid severe penalties.
Shopee to Clear Non-Local Language Listings Starting September 28
Shopee has announced a policy update effective September 28, 2026, requiring all product listings to use local official languages. Listings where over 50% of the description is in a non-local language will be removed, and sellers will incur penalty points. The first penalty assessment, based on the prior week's data, will occur on October 5. This move aims to improve buyer browsing experience. Cross-border sellers should audit their listings now to ensure compliance across all Shopee markets, preventing deletion and maintaining search ranking.