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Price List Update RCS Template for Wholesalers & Distributors
A ready-to-adapt RCS message for wholesalers, distributors and stockists, with placeholders, sample values and compliance notes.
When to Send This Message
Send to registered retailers when prices change. For wholesalers, distributors and stockists, this is one of the everyday messages that keeps retailers informed without a phone call. Most businesses send it automatically from their software, so the timing is consistent.
The business runs on relationships, credit terms and reliable dispatch, so clear, regular communication saves time for both sides.
The RCS Template
Price List Update
Dear {retailer}, revised prices for {category} are effective from {date}. Download the updated price list: {link} - [Business Name]SMS fallback (India, DLT format)
Dear {#var#}, revised prices for {#var#} are effective from {#var#}. Download the updated price list: {#var#} - [Business Name]Replace [Business Name] with your registered brand name. Links shown use example.com as a placeholder; use your own domain.
Placeholders and Sample Values
| Placeholder | Meaning | Sample value |
|---|---|---|
| {retailer} | Retailer | Sharma General Store |
| {category} | Category | edible oils |
| {date} | Date | 20 Oct |
| {link} | Link | https://example.com/p/WD1 |
Filling in each placeholder
- Retailer (sample: Sharma General Store): Use the first name or the salutation the customer gave you; fall back to a neutral greeting if the field is empty.
- Category (sample: edible oils): Keep the value short and specific; test the longest realistic value to check the message still reads well.
- Date (sample: 20 Oct): Write dates in an unambiguous form such as 14 Oct or 14 Oct 2026; avoid formats like 10/11 that customers read differently.
- Link (sample: https://example.com/p/WD1): Use your own short, recognisable domain; for SMS in India the domain must be whitelisted on DLT, and each variable is usually limited to 30 characters.
This template has 4 placeholders and a body of 131 characters before values are filled in. RCS card descriptions can be longer than SMS, but the first line should still carry the key information, as previews are truncated.
Category and Approval
Service updates like this suit RCS well because a card can carry buttons such as confirm, reschedule or get directions. The message must still relate to the customer's existing transaction.
Compliance Checklist
- Promotional rich cards go only to customers who have agreed to receive them.
- Your brand (name, logo and description) is verified with the RCS provider before launch.
- Suggested replies and actions are short (25 characters or fewer per chip) and each one leads somewhere useful.
Rules to keep in mind for Wholesalers & Distributors
Retailer contact numbers should be used for business communication they expect; promotional schemes need opt-in. GST invoices and credit notes must carry correct details, and scheme messages should state validity and conditions.
General guidance, not legal advice. Rules change, so confirm current requirements before launch. See our RCS compliance guide for India.
Tips for Better Results
- Keep one purpose per message; if you need to send a reminder and a document, the reminder should still make sense on its own.
- Use the customer's name and a reference number so the message is easy to trust and to search for later.
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Questions About This Template
When should a distribution business send the price list update message?
Send to registered retailers when prices change. Sending it at a consistent time builds trust and reduces follow-up calls.
Do RCS messages need brand verification?
Yes. RCS business messages are sent from a verified brand profile with your name and logo, which needs to be approved before launch.
Can I add images to this message?
Yes. A rich card can include an image or short video. Keep important details in the text as well, since not everyone views the image.
Can DND Teams set this up for my distribution business?
Yes. We adapt the template to your business, register or submit it, and connect it to your software or our panel. Share your use case on WhatsApp or through the form.
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