Amazon return policy reduction process
The developments in this story so far, most recent first.
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Milestone
Amazon to reduce return window for 16 product categories
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· date approximate Background
Amazon implemented a second round of return period reductions for various categories such as books, toys, and kitchenware.
In June 2025, Amazon carried out a second round of reductions for several product categories. This expansion affected items including books, software, toys, hardware store goods, video, kitchenware, car and motorcycle supplies, electronic personal care devices, home entertainment, and large electrical appliances.
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· date approximate Background
Amazon removed the 30-day guarantee for several categories including cameras, electronics, and video games.
In March 2024, Amazon removed its 30-day guarantee for several product categories. The affected items included cameras, electronics, office supplies, computers & accessories, wireless products, video games, music, and video/DVD.