Buy-box price is 22.4% below MSRP and a 1P seller controls the listing

The Temptations Birthday Cat Treats, Crunchy and Soft Cat Treats, Lobster & Beef Flavor, 16 oz. Tub was tracked for 31 day(s). During this period, the Buy Box price ranged from $6.58 to $8.48 against an MSRP/MAP of $8.48. The product's pricing health is currently flagged as at risk.
FLOOR PRICE ($)
$6.58
MAX PRICE ($)
$8.48
AVG PRICE ($)
$8.31
EROSION (%)
22.41%
MSRP/MAP ($)
$8.48
The product hit a low of $6.58, following a peak of $8.48 during the tracking period. Compared to its MSRP of $8.48, the floor price reflects a severe variance of 22.41% erosion.
| Seller | Condition | Price vs MSRP | Buy box days | Erosion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1PAmazon.com· Top | New | $8.48 at MSRP | 29d (94%) | 0.00% |
3Pmydogsocks | New | $17.99 +$9.51 above MSRP | 0d (0%) | -112.15% |
The Buy Box for Temptations Birthday Cat Treats, Crunchy and Soft Cat Treats, Lobster & Beef Flavor, 16 oz. Tub is primarily held by Amazon.com (1P) with a 100% share, winning the Buy Box for 29 out of 31 tracked days. Only 1 of 2 total sellers have won the Buy Box.
Buy-box price stayed between $0.00 and $8.48, largely stable over the period. It entered the period already $8.48 below MSRP ($8.48), before any crowding pressure arrived. Seller count peaked at 2 on 07/25 — adding +1 net seller over the full period. Seller activity and pricing have both been steady — no acute competitive pressure detected.
Comparing sellers before Jul 29 vs last 3 days of 31-day tracking period
1 persistent 3P seller actively cutting prices — driving ongoing erosion.
No new sellers in recent period
No sellers exited in recent period
$1.90
Severe erosion — floor is $1.90 (22.4%) below MSRP; the product is well below its intended price point and brand integrity is at risk.
1 3P Seller
3P activity is limited to 1 seller — controlled.
Amazon.com
Buy-box is controlled — Amazon.com (1P) leads with 29 wins at $8.48, and 3P interference is minimal.
Enter your product URL and MAP price. We will monitor 3P seller crowding, Buy Box shifts, and price erosion over the next 7 days and email you a comprehensive compliance report.
Monitor 3P seller crowding, Buy Box shifts & price erosion for your product.