Fix “Pricing error: above threshold” on Amazon
Amazon's pricing algorithm flagged the price as anomalously high vs the typical range for the ASIN. Listing suppressed until price is adjusted or seller appeals.
What you see in Amazon:
Pricing error: above threshold Anomalously high price vs typical range for the ASIN. Listing suppressed pending adjustment or appeal.
Verify and fix if it's a typo. Set price floors and ceilings to prevent repricer mistakes. Appeal if genuinely premium-priced.
Top causes
- 1
Manual price typo (extra digit)
- 2
Currency confusion (entering USD value in a GBP feed)
- 3
Repricer error driving the price above competitive bounds
- 4
Genuine premium pricing without justification documentation
How to fix it
- 1
Verify the current price
If it's an error, fix and re-submit. Amazon typically clears the flag within hours.
- 2
Set price floors and ceilings
Seller Central → Manage Inventory → set min/max price. Prevents future repricer mistakes.
- 3
Appeal if genuine premium pricing
Account Quality → Appeal. Provide context for the higher-than-typical price.
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FAQ
How does Amazon decide if price is too high?
Compares against the recent price history for the ASIN. Significant deviations trigger the flag — typically 30%+ above the rolling average.
Last reviewed: 26 May 2026
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