Walmart Chargeback Code 94: Returned merchandise — defective (not visibly damaged)
Extracted from source — pending expert reviewLast verified: 2026-07-09
What this deduction means
A Code 94 is applied when Walmart returns merchandise that is defective but not visibly damaged — for example an appliance that malfunctions during testing. Walmart deducts the returned value.
Typical penalty: Equal to the cost of the defective returned units
Common causes
- Functional defects not caught in QA
- Component failure
- Quality-control gaps
How to prevent Walmart code 94
- Strengthen functional QA and testing before shipment
- Track defect rates by SKU
- Address recurring quality issues at the source
Related EDI transactions
EDI 810
Source
iNymbus — Walmart Deduction Codes Explained (secondary industry source) (Accessed 2026-07-09; pending official Retail Link verification)
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