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Logistics Cost Crisis Emerging for Cross-Border E-Commerce Sellers**: On May 20, 2026, U.S. crude oil fell below $100/barrel (WTI at $98.26, Brent at $105.02) following Trump's announcement that Iran negotiations reached final stages, creating a false sense of supply security. However, this represents a dangerous window of opportunity for sellers to lock in shipping rates before potential price spikes. The Strait of Hormuz—handling approximately 21% of global petroleum trade—remains severely disrupted with only 3 supertankers crossing daily versus pre-conflict levels of 130 vessels. This 97.7% reduction in shipping volume directly translates to elevated fuel surcharges for all cross-border sellers.\n\n**Immediate Margin Compression Risk**: Citibank projects Brent crude could spike to $120/barrel in the near term, while Wood Mackenzie estimates worst-case scenarios approaching $200/barrel if Hormuz remains closed through year-end. For sellers relying on air freight or expedited ocean shipping from Asia, fuel surcharges typically represent 8-12% of base shipping costs. A $20/barrel price increase translates to approximately $150-300 additional monthly costs for sellers shipping 500+ units internationally. The current Brent contract premium spread ($20/barrel for next-month vs. $35+ last month) indicates traders are underpricing disruption risk—a critical signal that current shipping quotes may not reflect true forward costs.\n\n**Strategic Sourcing Implications**: The blockade of Iranian ports and Tehran's Strait of Hormuz closure creates alternative routing opportunities. Sellers currently sourcing from Middle East suppliers face 2-3 month delays, forcing pivot to Vietnam, India, or Indonesia suppliers. However, this geographic shift increases sourcing costs by 5-8% while reducing lead times by 4-6 weeks. Russian oil sanctions lifting (per Deputy PM Novak) may provide marginal relief, but alternative crude routes add 15-20 days to delivery timelines. Sellers in time-sensitive categories (electronics, fashion, seasonal goods) face critical inventory planning decisions: accept higher sourcing costs for faster alternatives or maintain current suppliers and absorb shipping delays.\n\n**Operational Impact by Seller Segment**: Small sellers (under $100K annual revenue) lack negotiating power with 3PL providers and face full fuel surcharge pass-through, potentially reducing net margins by 12-18%. Mid-market sellers ($100K-$1M) can negotiate fixed-rate shipping contracts through June 2026 before potential escalation. Large sellers ($1M+) with dedicated freight forwarding relationships can lock in rates and potentially benefit from competitor margin compression by maintaining price competitiveness. Amazon FBA sellers face additional pressure as fulfillment center surcharges typically lag spot market prices by 4-6 weeks, creating a lag-time arbitrage window.",[55,58,61,64,67,70,73,76],{"title":56,"answer":57,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"How can I lock in shipping rates before fuel surcharges increase?","Contact your 3PL provider or freight forwarder immediately to negotiate fixed-rate shipping contracts through June 2026, before potential oil price escalation. Request all-inclusive rates that cap fuel surcharges at current levels (typically $0.15-0.25/kg for ocean freight). For Amazon FBA sellers, monitor Seller Central for fulfillment fee announcements, which typically lag spot market prices by 4-6 weeks. Consider consolidating shipments to reduce per-unit shipping costs and negotiate volume discounts with carriers. For air freight, lock in rates for Q2-Q3 2026 shipments immediately, as spot prices could increase 15-20% if Hormuz remains disrupted. Smaller sellers should consider joining freight consolidation services to access carrier rates typically available only to large shippers.",{"title":59,"answer":60,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"What is the timeline for oil price stabilization and shipping cost relief?","Wood Mackenzie projects Brent prices would ease to approximately $80/barrel by end-2026 if a quick peace deal opens Hormuz by June 2026, providing significant cost relief. However, Citibank warns markets are underpricing disruption risks, with Brent potentially reaching $120/barrel in the near term. The current Brent contract premium spread ($20/barrel for next-month vs. $35+ last month) indicates traders expect stabilization within 60-90 days. Sellers should plan for elevated shipping costs through Q3 2026 and lock in fixed-rate contracts through June 2026. If negotiations fail and Hormuz remains closed, prices could approach $200/barrel, creating 20-30% margin compression for logistics-dependent sellers.",{"title":62,"answer":63,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"Should I shift sourcing from Middle East to Vietnam or India suppliers?","The Strait of Hormuz blockade creates 2-3 month delays for Middle East suppliers, making geographic diversification necessary for time-sensitive categories. Vietnam and India suppliers offer 4-6 week faster lead times but increase sourcing costs by 5-8% and require new supplier vetting (4-8 weeks). For seasonal goods (fashion, holiday items), the lead time advantage justifies cost increases. For commodity products with flexible timelines, maintaining current suppliers and absorbing shipping delays may be more cost-effective. Recommend dual-sourcing strategy: maintain 60% volume with current suppliers for stable categories, shift 40% to Vietnam/India for time-sensitive SKUs. Lock in Vietnam supplier pricing by June 2026 before potential cost increases.",{"title":65,"answer":66,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"Which seller segments are most vulnerable to shipping cost increases?","Small sellers under $100K annual revenue lack negotiating power with 3PL providers and absorb full fuel surcharge pass-through, reducing net margins by 12-18%. Mid-market sellers ($100K-$1M) can negotiate fixed-rate contracts through June 2026. Large sellers ($1M+) with dedicated freight relationships can lock rates and potentially gain competitive advantage. Air freight-dependent sellers (electronics, fashion, perishables) face 15-20% cost increases versus ocean freight sellers facing 8-12% increases. Sellers sourcing from Middle East suppliers face 2-3 month delays, forcing costly pivots to Vietnam/India suppliers at 5-8% higher sourcing costs.",{"title":68,"answer":69,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"How much will fuel surcharges increase if oil prices spike to $120-200 per barrel?","Fuel surcharges typically represent 8-12% of base ocean freight costs and 15-20% of air freight costs. A $20-100/barrel price increase translates to $150-800 additional monthly costs for sellers shipping 500+ units internationally. For example, a seller paying $2,000/month in base shipping costs could see surcharges increase from $160-240 to $320-480 monthly. Amazon FBA sellers face additional pressure as fulfillment surcharges lag spot prices by 4-6 weeks, creating a timing mismatch where costs spike after inventory is already committed. Sellers should lock in fixed-rate shipping contracts immediately through June 2026 before potential escalation.",{"title":71,"answer":72,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"What is the risk if Iran negotiations fail and oil prices spike to $200 per barrel?","A $200/barrel oil price represents a worst-case scenario where Hormuz remains closed through year-end. This would increase fuel surcharges by 20-30%, translating to $400-1,200 additional monthly costs for sellers shipping 500+ units. Margin compression of 15-20% would force price increases that could reduce sales volume by 10-25%, depending on category elasticity. Sellers without fixed-rate shipping contracts would face immediate cost spikes with no ability to adjust pricing retroactively. The current market underpricing of disruption risk (Brent premium spread at $20 vs. $35+ last month) suggests traders expect stabilization, but sellers should plan contingency scenarios. Maintain 60-90 days of inventory buffer and establish relationships with alternative 3PL providers in different geographic regions to mitigate single-route dependency.",{"title":74,"answer":75,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"How does the Strait of Hormuz blockade affect my Asia-sourcing supply chain?","The Strait of Hormuz handles 21% of global petroleum trade, and current disruption (only 3 supertankers crossing daily vs. 130 pre-conflict) creates 2-3 month delays for shipments routed through the region. Sellers sourcing from Middle East suppliers face critical delays; those shipping from Asia to Western markets via Hormuz face elevated fuel costs due to longer alternative routing. The blockade forces geographic diversification: Vietnam and Indonesia suppliers offer 4-6 week faster lead times but cost 5-8% more. Russian oil sanctions lifting may provide marginal relief but adds 15-20 days to alternative routing. Recommend mapping your supply chain: identify which suppliers/routes depend on Hormuz passage and develop contingency sourcing plans by June 2026.",{"title":77,"answer":78,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"What product categories are most affected by shipping cost increases?","Electronics, fashion, and perishable goods relying on air freight face 15-20% cost increases, while heavy/bulky items using ocean freight face 8-12% increases. High-margin categories (electronics, luxury goods, collectibles) can absorb cost increases through price adjustments. Low-margin categories (commodity goods, basic apparel) face margin compression of 12-18%. Time-sensitive categories (seasonal fashion, holiday items, trending products) require faster shipping, increasing exposure to fuel surcharges. Sellers should prioritize cost-locking for high-volume, time-sensitive SKUs first. Consider shifting low-margin, non-urgent inventory to slower, cheaper shipping methods to preserve margins.",[80,85,89,94,97,101,106,111,115,119,123,127,131,135,139,143,147,151,155,159,163,167,170,174,178,182,186,190,194,198,202,206,210,214,218,221,225,228,232,236,240,244,248,252,256,260,264,268,272,276,280,284,288,292,296],{"id":81,"title":82,"source":83,"logo":15,"time":84},934408,"The Latest: Trump administration announces $1.7B fund for prosecuted allies in deal to drop lawsuit","https://www.wwlp.com/news/top-stories/ap-top-headlines/ap-the-latest-world-shares-and-oil-prices-react-to-trumps-warning-to-tehran-over-stalled-negotiations/","3D AGO",{"id":86,"title":87,"source":88,"logo":13,"time":84},934407,"Oil prices keep swinging up and down, and so do stocks worldwide","https://www.kvoa.com/news/national/oil-prices-keep-swinging-up-and-down-and-so-do-stocks-worldwide/article_7be8b1aa-654b-563c-b3d0-bf7e66e404c3.html",{"id":90,"title":91,"source":92,"logo":5,"time":93},934406,"Dow Jones seen remaining in red, oil eases on reports of Iran sanctions lifted","https://www.proactiveinvestors.com/companies/news/1092469/dow-jones-seen-remaining-in-red-oil-eases-on-reports-of-iran-sanctions-lifted-1092469.html","4D AGO",{"id":95,"title":87,"source":96,"logo":5,"time":84},933166,"https://www.koin.com/news/business/ap-business/ap-stocks-fall-and-oil-prices-gain-after-trump-warns-the-iran-clock-is-ticking/",{"id":98,"title":99,"source":100,"logo":46,"time":84},933167,"A reversal for oil prices helps stocks worldwide to recover","https://www.news8000.com/news/politics/national-politics/a-reversal-for-oil-prices-helps-stocks-worldwide-to-recover/article_dda6563e-8d1b-515d-b994-eee8fcd0d9a0.html",{"id":102,"title":103,"source":104,"logo":38,"time":105},936397,"U.S. crude oil falls below $100 per barrel after Trump says Iran talks in final stages","https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/20/oil-price-today-iran-war-strait-hormuz-trump.html","1D AGO",{"id":107,"title":108,"source":109,"logo":33,"time":110},933164,"Natural Gas, WTI Oil, Brent Oil Forecasts – Brent Oil Gains Ground As Trump Threatens To Hit Iran","https://www.fxempire.com/forecasts/article/natural-gas-wti-oil-brent-oil-forecasts-brent-oil-gains-ground-as-trump-threatens-to-hit-iran-1598909","2D AGO",{"id":112,"title":113,"source":114,"logo":29,"time":110},938131,"Oil prices slide after Trump says US-Iran negotiations in 'final stages'","https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/oil-prices-ease-after-trump-says-us-will-end-iran-war-very-quickly-2026-05-20/",{"id":116,"title":117,"source":118,"logo":34,"time":93},933165,"3 Scenarios for Where Oil Prices Go from Here","https://global.morningstar.com/en-gb/markets/3-scenarios-where-oil-prices-go-here",{"id":120,"title":121,"source":122,"logo":11,"time":93},936859,"The Latest: World shares and oil prices react to Trump’s warning to Tehran over stalled negotiations","https://www.ktvb.com/article/syndication/associatedpress/the-latest-world-shares-and-oil-prices-react-to-trumps-warning-to-tehran-over-stalled-negotiations/616-fae85509-6917-4a97-8af6-1cf98402b01e",{"id":124,"title":125,"source":126,"logo":32,"time":84},934405,"Wall Street points lower and oil prices remain above $100 with Iran a dominant force in markets","https://www.rockymounttelegram.com/news/world/wall-street-points-lower-and-oil-prices-remain-above-100-with-iran-a-dominant-force/article_58d1ce0a-f4d8-5c8a-b162-3aa1ba55ff01.html",{"id":128,"title":129,"source":130,"logo":28,"time":110},934404,"Natural Gas and Oil Forecast: WTI Bounces to $103, Brent at $110 — Will NatGas Reach $3.20?","https://www.fxempire.com/forecasts/article/natural-gas-and-oil-forecast-wti-bounces-to-103-brent-at-110-will-natgas-reach-3-20-1598956",{"id":132,"title":133,"source":134,"logo":5,"time":110},932064,"US stocks fall further from their records after bond markets crank up the pressure","https://www.courant.com/2026/05/19/financial-markets-oil-prices-iran/",{"id":136,"title":137,"source":138,"logo":43,"time":110},932063,"Iran-US War Talks Rattle Oil Markets, Hit Mexico Stocks","https://mexicobusiness.news/mining/news/iran-us-war-talks-rattle-oil-markets-hit-mexico-stocks",{"id":140,"title":141,"source":142,"logo":5,"time":110},935519,"Heating Oil Holds Near 6-Week High","https://www.tradingview.com/news/te_news:552077:0-heating-oil-holds-near-6-week-high/",{"id":144,"title":145,"source":146,"logo":31,"time":110},935518,"Crude oil prices steady amid renewed US-Iran fears; Brent likely to rise $120/bbl, says Citi","https://www.msn.com/en-in/money/markets/crude-oil-prices-steady-amid-renewed-us-iran-fears-brent-likely-to-rise-120-bbl-says-citi/ar-AA23CgJ5",{"id":148,"title":149,"source":150,"logo":30,"time":110},935517,"Oil Slips as Vance Cites Progress in US-Iran Nuclear Talks","https://www.heygotrade.com/en/news/oil-slips-vance-cites-progress-us-iran-nuclear-talks/",{"id":152,"title":153,"source":154,"logo":45,"time":105},936848,"Oil Falls as Trump Says US Is in ‘Final Stages’ With Iran","https://finance.yahoo.com/sectors/energy/articles/oil-holds-decline-traders-weigh-063324798.html",{"id":156,"title":157,"source":158,"logo":16,"time":105},936849,"Oil Prices Fall Below $100 On Report Iran Deal Could Be Close. Don't Get Too Excited.","https://www.investors.com/news/oil-prices-fall-100-iran-deal-close/",{"id":160,"title":161,"source":162,"logo":27,"time":84},935523,"Oil prices keep swinging, and so do stocks worldwide","https://lancasteronline.com/business/stock_market/a-reversal-in-oil-prices-helps-stock-markets-worldwide-to-steady/article_e5ea1659-ba2c-5360-a47f-ac1b0092257a.html",{"id":164,"title":165,"source":166,"logo":10,"time":110},936855,"WTI Crude Oil futures fall on delayed attack and demand cut.","https://www.cmegroup.com/videos/2026/05/19/wti-crude-oil-futures-fall-on-delayed-attack-and-demand-cut-5-1.html",{"id":168,"title":82,"source":169,"logo":36,"time":84},935522,"https://www.newsnationnow.com/top-headlines/ap-top-headlines/ap-the-latest-world-shares-and-oil-prices-react-to-trumps-warning-to-tehran-over-stalled-negotiations/",{"id":171,"title":172,"source":173,"logo":25,"time":84},936856,"Nasdaq leads US equity losses amid oil price surge and rising borrowing costs","https://coloradobiz.com/nasdaq-leads-us-equity-losses-oil-borrowing-costs/",{"id":175,"title":176,"source":177,"logo":5,"time":93},935521,"Nasdaq leads equity losses with oil, borrowing costs in focus By Reuters","https://www.investing.com/news/economy-news/us-stock-futures-slip-as-yields-oil-prices-climb-4695061",{"id":179,"title":180,"source":181,"logo":51,"time":110},936857,"Why are oil prices down today and will Brent, US WTI crude futures continue to drop or rise again? Oil set","https://m.economictimes.com/news/international/us/why-are-oil-prices-down-today-and-will-brent-us-wti-crude-futures-continue-to-drop-or-rise-again-oil-settles-lower-after-iran-talks-progress/articleshow/131210538.cms",{"id":183,"title":184,"source":185,"logo":24,"time":93},935520,"Oil, Dax Forecast: Two trades to watch","https://www.forex.com/en-sg/news-and-analysis/oil-dax-forecast-two-trades-to-watch-18-05-2026/",{"id":187,"title":188,"source":189,"logo":49,"time":93},936858,"The Latest: Trump calls off Iran strike planned for Tuesday to allow for ‘serious negotiations’","https://www.houstonchronicle.com/news/politics/article/the-latest-world-shares-and-oil-prices-react-to-22264243.php",{"id":191,"title":192,"source":193,"logo":47,"time":105},936851,"Oil prices drop five percent as Trump signals progress in Iran talks","https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/oil-prices-drop-5-trump-signals-progress-iran-talks",{"id":195,"title":196,"source":197,"logo":19,"time":105},937786,"Trump: Iran war ‘will end very quickly’","https://www.jns.org/news/u-s-news/trump-iran-war-will-end-very-quickly",{"id":199,"title":200,"source":201,"logo":5,"time":110},936852,"Jim Cramer Warns Oil Could Break $119 High If There's 'No Peace' - United States Oil Fund (ARCA:USO)","https://www.benzinga.com/markets/commodities/26/05/52681832/jim-cramer-oil-119-if-no-peace-says-trumps-comments-no-longer-impact-prices-iran",{"id":203,"title":204,"source":205,"logo":37,"time":110},937787,"‘Oil prices will plummet,’ says Trump as he promises end to Iran war ‘very quickly’","https://www.livemint.com/news/us-news/oil-prices-will-plummet-says-trump-as-he-promises-end-to-iran-war-very-quickly-11779244338537.html",{"id":207,"title":208,"source":209,"logo":35,"time":93},935525,"Markets jittery as oil crisis bleeds into debt selloff, while Trump weighs military options on Iran","https://fortune.com/2026/05/17/dow-futures-oil-crisis-debt-selloff-bond-yields-iran-hormuz-military-options/",{"id":211,"title":212,"source":213,"logo":5,"time":105},936853,"Oil Prices Move Higher as Iran War Stretches Into the 80th Day","https://westerniowatoday.com/2026/05/20/410854/",{"id":215,"title":216,"source":217,"logo":17,"time":110},937788,"Trump says Iran eager to make deal as conflict continues","https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/trump-says-iran-eager-make-deal-conflict-continues",{"id":219,"title":99,"source":220,"logo":26,"time":84},935524,"https://www.thealbertan.com/national-business/a-reversal-for-oil-prices-helps-stocks-worldwide-to-recover-12295569",{"id":222,"title":223,"source":224,"logo":39,"time":84},936854,"Oil Market Thinks War Risk Is Real Again, And Peace Headlines Aren’t Enough","https://finance.yahoo.com/sectors/energy/articles/oil-market-thinks-war-risk-123539877.html",{"id":226,"title":133,"source":227,"logo":5,"time":110},937789,"https://www.wjbf.com/business/ap-business/ap-asian-shares-trade-mixed-and-kospi-falls-nearly-4-as-oil-prices-keep-swinging/",{"id":229,"title":230,"source":231,"logo":22,"time":110},937782,"Brent: Oil holds above 110 as Strait risk persists – Deutsche Bank","https://www.fxstreet.com/news/brent-oil-holds-above-110-as-strait-risk-persists-deutsche-bank-202605200854",{"id":233,"title":234,"source":235,"logo":18,"time":105},937783,"Crude Oil Crashed 7% on Iran Deal Headlines — And Grains Paid the Price","https://www.barchart.com/story/news/2047599/crude-oil-crashed-7-on-iran-deal-headlines-and-grains-paid-the-price",{"id":237,"title":238,"source":239,"logo":41,"time":105},937784,"Oil prices slump after Trump comments while analysts point to supply crunch","https://virginiabusiness.com/oil-prices-fall-trump-iran-supply-concerns/",{"id":241,"title":242,"source":243,"logo":44,"time":105},936850,"Oil Prices Fall. Report Tankers Are Moving Through Hormuz, Russia Crude Waivers.","https://www.barrons.com/articles/oil-prices-brent-wti-today-iran-hormuz-854807b6",{"id":245,"title":246,"source":247,"logo":5,"time":105},937785,"Oil tumbles as Trump says Iran war is in its ‘final stages’ – latest updates","https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2026/05/20/uk-inflation-cpi-interest-rates-starmer-iran-war-trump-ftse/",{"id":249,"title":250,"source":251,"logo":21,"time":105},937780,"US-Iran news LIVE: Trump said that US will wait for Tehran's response for a ‘few days’ | World News","https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/us-iran-war-news-live-updates-trump-jd-vance-tehran-peace-deal-abbas-araghchi-israel-lebanon-strait-of-hormuz-101779237843662.html",{"id":253,"title":254,"source":255,"logo":5,"time":110},937781,"Why Is Oil Moving Lower Today?","https://www.rigzone.com/news/why_is_oil_moving_lower_today-20-may-2026-183732-article/",{"id":257,"title":258,"source":259,"logo":5,"time":110},933014,"Oil Edges Lower as Traders Assess Middle East Developments","https://www.wsj.com/finance/commodities-futures/oil-edges-lower-as-traders-assess-middle-east-developments-032db2d7",{"id":261,"title":262,"source":263,"logo":42,"time":110},936844,"Oil edges lower as traders assess Middle East developments","https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/oil-edges-lower-as-traders-assess-middle-east-developments/ar-AA23B8YY?ocid=finance-verthp-feeds",{"id":265,"title":266,"source":267,"logo":12,"time":110},933015,"Oil prices subdued amid mixed signals from US on Iran war","https://www.livemint.com/economy/brent-crude-wti-donald-trump-iran-war-strait-of-hormuz-india-fuel-prices-petrol-hike-diesel-hike-11779245529819.html",{"id":269,"title":270,"source":271,"logo":48,"time":110},936845,"Watch Oil Extends Decline as Traders Weigh Trump’s Latest Iran Threats","https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-05-20/oil-extends-decline-as-traders-weigh-latest-on-iran-video",{"id":273,"title":274,"source":275,"logo":40,"time":110},936846,"Oil prices decline as signs of progress in U.S.-Iran talks ease supply concerns","https://finance.yahoo.com/sectors/energy/articles/oil-prices-decline-signs-progress-101104019.html",{"id":277,"title":278,"source":279,"logo":23,"time":110},936847,"Oil Prices Drop After Tankers Pass Through Strait of Hormuz","https://www.wsj.com/livecoverage/stock-market-today-dow-sp-500-nasdaq-05-20-2026/card/oil-prices-drop-after-tankers-pass-through-strait-of-hormuz-CotSNz9E5HA4mNe9E6b8",{"id":281,"title":282,"source":283,"logo":52,"time":110},935516,"Dow Jones futures slip due to renewed US-Iran tensions, inflationary risks","https://www.fxstreet.com/news/dow-jones-futures-slip-due-to-renewed-us-iran-tensions-inflationary-risks-202605200840",{"id":285,"title":286,"source":287,"logo":14,"time":105},937852,"Oil prices fall after Trump says Iran negotiations in final stages","https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/may/20/trump-iran-war-oil-prices",{"id":289,"title":290,"source":291,"logo":50,"time":110},933016,"Oil prices drop after Trump calls off Iran attack. US extends Russia crude waiver","https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/oil-prices-drop-as-trump-steps-back-from-brink-of-fresh-iran-strike/ar-AA23y3be",{"id":293,"title":294,"source":295,"logo":5,"time":110},933017,"Citi forecasts Brent crude to reach $120 per barrel in near term","https://www.investing.com/news/commodities-news/citi-forecasts-brent-crude-to-reach-120-per-barrel-in-near-term-93CH-4699477",{"id":297,"title":298,"source":299,"logo":20,"time":110},936843,"Oil Prices Fall Despite U.S. Threats to Resume Attacks on Iran","https://www.moomoo.com/news/post/70318334/oil-prices-fall-despite-us-threats-to-resume-attacks-on","#28a858ff","#28a8584d",1779471045562]