SKU stands for Stock Keeping Unit, a unique alphanumeric code assigned to a product for inventory tracking. On online marketplaces, SKUs help sellers organize listings, manage stock levels, and streamline order fulfillment.
An “in transit” status indicates that a shipped order has left the seller’s facility and is moving through the carrier’s network toward its destination. It signals that the package is no longer at the origin but has not yet been delivered.
Successful Liability Shift (SLS) is a payment industry term describing the transfer of fraud liability from the merchant to the card issuer when a transaction is authenticated through a 3D Secure (3DS) program. It indicates that the issuer accepts responsibility for chargebacks resulting from unauthorized transactions.
Fulfillment status is a tracking designation used in e-commerce and logistics to indicate the current stage of an order’s processing. It tracks a package from the initial purchase through warehouse preparation to final delivery.
Order fulfillment is the complete process of receiving, processing, and delivering a customer order to its final destination. It encompasses inventory management, picking, packing, shipping, and confirmation, ensuring that the customer receives the correct items in good condition within the promised timeframe.
An online exclusive is a product, service, or piece of content that is available only through a particular website or digital platform. It is used by businesses to drive traffic, create scarcity, and differentiate their online offerings.
PPU on online marketplaces typically stands for “price per unit” and indicates the cost of a single item or unit of measurement. Understanding PPU helps buyers compare value across listings and assists sellers in pricing strategies.
In the context of Shein order tracking, ‘In Dispatch’ indicates that an order has been processed and is currently in the final stages of leaving the warehouse. It signifies the transition from packaging to handover to the logistics carrier.
“Awaiting item” is an order‑status label used by many e‑commerce platforms and logistics systems. It indicates that a purchase has been recorded but the seller has not yet received or confirmed the physical product. The status guides both buyers and sellers on the next steps in the fulfillment process.
Expedite shipment on Shein is a paid service that prioritizes order processing and delivery, reducing standard shipping times by several days. It is typically selected at checkout for an additional fee and subject to availability.