Iran Strikes Snarl E-Commerce Delivery Times to Middle East

Major e-commerce platforms are warning of longer delivery times to the Middle East after the US-led bombing campaign against Iran disrupted key air and sea routes, threatening supplies to one of the industry’s fastest-growing markets.

Delivery estimates for goods being shipped to consumers across the region by China’s major online retailers have surged by several days. Temu currently estimates delivery times of up to 20 days, compared with about 15 previously, according to 17Track. Shein has widened its shipping window to eight to 10 days, up from five to eight, the data platform said.