Pesticides and Amazon A few years ago, Amazon began more strictly enforcing the sale of pesticides to better comply with EPA regulations. This change was a nightmare for the unlucky 3P sellers who got caught in the widespread listing suppressions. Amazon bots scraped the site looking for specific words on PDPs that might indicate that your product contained pesticides. If your product wasn’t a pesticide and you didn’t have an EPA Registration Number, you were forced to update your PDP to remove all mentions of “flagged words.” And at the time, it was hard to know what words to remove or keep.  Since then, Amazon has become clearer on its listing and selling policies regarding pesticides. Even with clearer policies,…

The Salsify Digital Shelf Summit (DSS) brought together top eCommerce minds to discuss the future of product content, omnichannel commerce, and digital shelf strategy. As a proud Salsify partner, Hinge Commerce attended this year’s summit to connect with brands, share ideas, and showcase how we help turn platform potential into real marketplace performance. We sat down with two team members to reflect on the experience, from booth conversations to bold takeaways. Here’s what they had to say: About the Event: Salsify Digital Shelf Summit 1. What is the Salsify Digital Shelf Summit, and who is it for? The summit is an annual gathering of Salsify customers, partners, and digital shelf leaders. It’s designed to help brands get more out of…

Taylor Bianchi joined Hinge Commerce in 2018 with no prior eCommerce experience other than her background as a buyer. She stumbled upon a job posting that stood out from everything else she had seen then, leading her to become Hinge Commerce’s longest-standing employee. Since then, Taylor has grown in her Operations role alongside Hinge Commerce, contributing to its expansion from working solely with Amazon Seller and Vendor Central to embracing new retailers, PIM systems, and more. What is your favorite thing about Hinge Commerce? The people! Hinge has done an amazing job selecting its employees. Everyone is easy to get along with and always willing to lend a hand. Everyone’s willing to wear whatever hat is needed, regardless of if…

In today’s saturated digital marketplace, art direction plays a critical role in helping eCommerce brands rise above the competition. Great product photos alone aren’t enough—you need scroll-stopping visuals, intentional storytelling, and content tailored for your target platforms. That’s where Hinge Commerce comes in. As a creative agency and full-service Amazon and eCommerce agency, we bring together strategic art direction, professional execution, and platform-specific expertise to help brands break through the noise. Whether you're launching a new product line or revamping your Amazon and eCommerce presence, our art direction services are fully customizable and built around your brand goals and eCommerce needs. But here’s the real question: Should your brand tackle art direction in-house or partner with an expert team? Let’s…

Why Do I Need to De-Risk My Amazon Business? Over the last few years, Amazon has made changes that impact both 1P Vendors' and 3P Sellers' ability to grow sales profitability. Amazon has done the following: reduced the number of vendors on 1P, refused cost increases, increased trade discount terms on the vendor side, and increased Amazon Referral and FBA fees (reducing reimbursement amounts for lost and damaged inventory and increasing pricing and promotion hurdles) on the seller side. All of this adds up to mounting pressure on sales and profitability plans, and for most brands, walking away from Amazon isn't an option. Why is Amazon Reducing the Amount of 1P Vendors? Earlier in Q1 2025, Amazon announced an additional…

Amazon Warehouse & Distribution (AWD) is transforming how sellers can manage inventory on Amazon. In this blog, we’re going to cover the pros, cons, and everything in between when it comes to using Amazon as a warehousing and distribution solution for your business. What is Amazon AWD Exactly? Amazon Warehouse & Distribution (AWD) is a third-party logistics service alternative to your everyday 3PL (3rd Party Logistics). You send your inventory “upstream” to the AWD fulfillment centers, and Amazon will then replenish your inventory in FBA when you reach a certain threshold. Why Use AWD? If you’re new to FBA or don’t have much of your own warehouse space for your goods, using a 3PL can be an attractive but, at…

In 2025, the eCommerce landscape continues to evolve, making it more critical than ever for brands to choose the right online selling platforms for their products. With shifting consumer behaviors, emerging technologies, and increasing competition, sellers must weigh the advantages and challenges of each marketplace to maximize reach, profitability, and brand recognition. Online Selling Platforms: A Quick Overview of Popular Options Most brands benefit from an omnichannel approach, but not every eCommerce platform is necessary for all sellers. A combination of marketplaces and direct-to-consumer strategies often yields the best results. Selling on multiple platforms can increase brand recognition and sales, but it also requires a strategic approach. Businesses should consider their target audience, product category, and operational capabilities before diversifying.…

What are Sponsored Display Ads? Sponsored Display Ads are best used to reach new audiences, and to retarget previous purchasers. This ad type has audience targeting capability, allowing you to not rely solely on keywords to reach potential consumers.  Where do Sponsored Display Ads live in the marketing funnel? One of the biggest benefits of Sponsored Display ads, is that they have the ability to touch each part of the funnel: Awareness → Consideration → Conversion → Loyalty How to Best Utilize Sponsored Display Ads? Retargeting Product Page Viewers: Retarget consumers who looked at your product page but did not purchase Previous Purchasers: Re-engage with past consumers to drive another purchase of the same product or showcase related products (this is…