Amazon has apparently introduced a new feature that can detect if the packaging seal has been tampered with before delivery, based on reports from users online. While Amazon has not officially confirmed this feature, social media platforms are abuzz with reports from users in India indicating its implementation across multiple cities.
The first mention of this feature came from a user named Jugal Mistry, who shared an image of the new label on his Amazon package. The label includes instructions that if a pink dot appears, the package should not be accepted. Mistry demonstrated that heating the tape reveals pink spots, which is a common method used by individuals trying to tamper with packaging.
Another user, known as Cycle Chain Shankar, posted a video and images showing similar markings on his delivery. He noted that the pink dot appears when the contents are taken out and the package is repacked. The absence of the dot when the tape is removed properly suggests that the effectiveness of this feature may vary depending on the situation.
With the surge in online sales, especially during holiday seasons, incidents of tampered parcels have been a common concern, particularly for high-value items like electronics. Despite Amazon not responding to requests for comments, the new tape with a heat-sensitive chemical that reveals pink or red blotches when tampered with seems to be a proactive measure to prevent tampering incidents.
The recent social media posts indicate that Amazon is using this new tape, particularly for electronics and premium products. Customers are advised to check for any pink spots on the seal before opening their Amazon deliveries as a precaution against tampering attempts. The rollout of this feature is gaining traction through customer posts rather than an official announcement, but the positive responses suggest that it effectively alerts buyers in real-time and discourages tampering attempts mid-route.