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SuanNews Quiz: the week of October 22, 2026
Eight questions on this week's marketplace fee, shipping and trade news. Each answer links to the story.
Question 1 of 8
Texas proposed on October 16 to stop taxing marketplace seller fees. When is the earliest the change could be adopted?
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November 15, 2026. The earliest possible adoption date is November 15, 2026. Until the amendment is adopted, the tax on fees stays.
November 15, 2026. The earliest possible adoption date is November 15, 2026. Until the amendment is adopted, the tax on fees stays. Read the story
Question 2 of 8
From October 25, what demand surcharge does UPS add per UPS Ground Residential package?
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$0.50. It is $0.50 from October 25, rising to $0.75 from November 22 to December 26. UPS Air boxes pay $1.35, then $2.50 at peak.
$0.50. It is $0.50 from October 25, rising to $0.75 from November 22 to December 26. UPS Air boxes pay $1.35, then $2.50 at peak. Read the story
Question 3 of 8
From October 26, what does Poshmark deduct from your earnings for a box of 7 lb on the standard label?
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$5. Boxes of 5.01 to 10 lb cost the seller $5, 10.01 to 15 lb $10, and 15.01 to 25 lb $15. Weight includes the box and packing.
$5. Boxes of 5.01 to 10 lb cost the seller $5, 10.01 to 15 lb $10, and 15.01 to 25 lb $15. Weight includes the box and packing. Read the story
Question 4 of 8
Mercari's holiday free shipping runs from October 22 to January 4. What is the minimum order and the maximum weight?
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$50 and 5 lb. Orders of $50 or more after discounts, on labels of 5 lb or less. Single items also need a Mercari Best Rate label and a box of up to 1 cubic foot.
$50 and 5 lb. Orders of $50 or more after discounts, on labels of 5 lb or less. Single items also need a Mercari Best Rate label and a box of up to 1 cubic foot. Read the story
Question 5 of 8
CBP delayed the new entry rule for mailed goods that owe Section 301 duty. What is the new compliance date?
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January 20, 2027. CBP moved it from October 22, 2026 to January 20, 2027, and published the change in the Federal Register on October 22. The duty itself is still owed.
January 20, 2027. CBP moved it from October 22, 2026 to January 20, 2027, and published the change in the Federal Register on October 22. The duty itself is still owed. Read the story
Question 6 of 8
Under eBay's new balance terms for existing US sellers from November 4, what is the default way money reaches your bank?
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On-demand withdrawal. On-demand withdrawal becomes the default. Automatic payouts still exist, but you have to pick a schedule in your payout preferences.
On-demand withdrawal. On-demand withdrawal becomes the default. Automatic payouts still exist, but you have to pick a schedule in your payout preferences. Read the story
Question 7 of 8
Under a USPS rule in force since October 19, what interest applies when you pay a USPS invoice for unpaid foreign duties late?
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6% a year. Interest accrues at 6 percent a year, and USPS can also recover its collection costs. You must pay even while you dispute the amount.
6% a year. Interest accrues at 6 percent a year, and USPS can also recover its collection costs. You must pay even while you dispute the amount. Read the story
Question 8 of 8
How much did China-Africa trade grow in January to September 2026, per GACC data?
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22.3%. Trade reached US$312.112 billion, up 22.3%. China's exports to Africa grew 24.5% and its imports from Africa 18.5%.
22.3%. Trade reached US$312.112 billion, up 22.3%. China's exports to Africa grew 24.5% and its imports from Africa 18.5%. Read the story
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