News & Reviews:   TikTok Shop

Recently, we mentioned how Lazada Malaysia introduced an 8% SST tax. Now, Pos Malaysia has follow suit and announced a new tax policy for its deliveries. That said, what should you know about it?

Previously, we mentioned the possible actions for the government and ministries to take against TikTok Shop. This was done because of the recent ban on TikTok Shop in Indonesia. Today, TikTok Shop Malaysia launched TikTok Shop Mall. So, what should you know about it?

Previously, we reported that the government is considering whether to follow Indonesia and ban TikTok Shop in our country. The Communications and Digital Ministry (KKD) has since given an update on the matter, saying that relevant ministries and agencies will discuss what to do next.

SHARGE, the global charging tech company with unique products such as the world’s first transparent power bank, has landed in Malaysia. Having its official grand opening yesterday (10 October), read on to learn more about the company’s offerings for our local market.

Previously, we reported on Indonesia’s move to ban TikTok’s e-commerce platform, TikTok Shop in the country. Now, the same move may end up being enforced in Malaysia too, as the government has announced that it is studying whether something similar should be done here.

Recently, Indonesia shocked the world when it banned TikTok Shop from operating in its country. The biggest economic force in Southeast Asia banned direct sales on social media platforms last week to protect millions of small businesses. That said, why does this happen?

Today, TikTok just announced the arrival of its new Shopping Center feature in Malaysia. Simply labelled as TikTok Shop, it's a new section in the app for users to find more product options and help merchants better manage orders within TikTok Shop. 

TikTok Shop Malaysia has announced that it will be introducing a new marketplace commission fee of 2 per cent to sellers beginning 10am on 1 March 2023. The marketplace platform clarified that the commission fee is subjected to 6 per cent value-added taxes (VAT).

Today, Ninja Van has been officially appointed as TikTok Shop's logistics partner in Malaysia. Through this partnership, online purchases checked out on TikTok Shop in Malaysia will now be picked up from sellers, sorted in hubs, and delivered to shoppers by Ninja Van.

Yes, the TikTok Shop is real and it's actually available in the Malaysian market (since early March 2022, according to its FB page). Like any social platform, TikTok Malaysia invites all local businesses including online sellers, buyers, creators and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) under one roof for an online shopping experience. Read on below to see how this works.