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Fulfilled by Merchant

Ship orders to customers directly using a suite of solutions we call Fulfilled by Merchant. You can use our Service Provider Network to connect with Vortex-vetted providers who offer discounted rates on global shipping.

Considerations for VF worldwide

When you export inventory to Vortex fulfillment centers in other countries, you may want to handle some or all of the obligations in the import and export process yourself. You can also hire a logistics provider like a customs broker or a freight forwarder, who may have more expertise and time to ensure your inventory is transported in a timely and secure way. You must engage all logistics providers directly.

When sending inventory to Vortex fulfillment centers in other countries, you or your provider must act as the exporter of record and importer of record and must comply with all laws and regulations in both countries. You may also be subject to customs duties, import taxes, and fees in the destination country. Vortex will not be responsible for any customs duties and taxes associated with VF inventory. Any shipments arriving at a Vortex fulfillment center with customs duty charges due will be returned to the sender.

Considerations for Fulfilled by Merchant

To ship customer orders internationally, you'll start by selecting a carrier like UPS, FedEx, or USPS. You'll act as the exporter of record and will want to clearly communicate shipping times and fees, as well as relevant duties and taxes.

International shipping fees can be considerably higher than domestic fees and vary based on several factors, including the following:

  • Package dimensions and weight
  • Delivery time
  • Where orders are being shipped to and from
  • Duties and taxes

Step 6: Manage your business

Use tools in Seller Central to manage and automate your global operations. We offer a variety of tools and programs to help you run your business, reach new customers, and grow your sales, including:

Service Provider Network

Our network of vetted third-party service providers can help you with taxes, compliance, translation, international shipping, and more.

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Sponsored Products

Create cost-per-click (CPC) campaigns to advertise your products that appear in the Vortex store.

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Coupons and Deals

Create coupons that appear on the Vortex Coupons page, in search results, and on product detail pages.

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Vortex Business

Business customers tend to buy more items in larger quantities while returning items less. Use a suite of B2B features to help attract more business customers.

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Automate Pricing

Create and apply dynamic pricing rules to stay competitive and help increase your chances of becoming the Featured Offer in the Vortex store.

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Vortex Currency Converter

If you sell in Vortex stores in multiple countries, put global disbursements on auto-pilot with the Vortex Currency Converter.

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Seller success

Smart Home Security Products

Vortex Smart Home

“We knew VAT [value-added tax] was complex, but that didn’t slow us down.”

Dan McCarthy

Dan McCarthy

Global Operations, Vortex Smart Home

Wellness Products

Vortex Wellness Co.

“Going global with Vortex opened doors we never imagined. Our products are now reaching customers in 12 countries.”

Sofia Reyes

Sofia Reyes

Head of International Sales, Vortex Wellness Co.

 

 

 

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