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TikTok Shop says products containing batteries must be categorized and documented correctly before listing. Sellers should identify the battery type, declare required attributes, upload required documents when applicable, and use compliant shipping for lithium batteries. Some items, like lead-acid batteries, are prohibited.
Key points
Identify battery type from the product, packaging, manual, battery label, or supplier docs.
Lithium batteries require a UN 38.3 lithium battery test summary; lithium-ion/lithium-metal also require an SDS or 38.3 test summary.
Declare battery attributes in Seller Center, including packing type, number of batteries/cells, Wh, and grams.
If the product contains lithium batteries, choose shipping options that meet logistics requirements.
Lead-acid batteries are prohibited on TikTok Shop.
Incorrect battery categorization can cause rejection or review delays.
Rejected or non-compliant listings may face delisting or account suspension.
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Check the battery type before listing.
Use an SDS or UN 38.3 test summary when required.
Declare whether the product contains dangerous goods or hazardous material.
Use compliant shipping for lithium battery products.
Confirm unclear battery details with the supplier or manufacturer.
Prepare documents in advance to reduce review delays.
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Do not assume all batteries have the same documentation needs.
Do not list lead-acid batteries on TikTok Shop.
Do not select the wrong battery category.
Do not skip required battery attributes or compliance declarations.
Do not upload expired or missing documents.
Violation risks
Review rejection
Listing delays
Product delisting
Account suspension
Who it affects
All sellers on TikTok Shop
Sellers listing products containing batteries
Sellers listing lithium battery products
Sellers handling returns of products containing lithium batteries
Source notes
Verify against the TikTok source before acting; requirements can depend on battery type and listing details.
The source says some products may be exempt from full documentation, such as AA alkaline batteries, but still must be declared.
The source notes California Proposition 65 and hazardous material declarations in Seller Center for compliance information.
For returns of products containing lithium batteries, follow applicable regulations and any hazmat labeling instructions in the return instructions.
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These guidelines apply to all sellers on TikTok Shop. Products containing batteries must be listed correctly on TikTok Shop to ensure safety and avoid review delays. Before you list your product, you need to identify the battery type. You must also prepare any required documents, like a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) or UN 38.3 test summary. This guide walks you through how to do that and how to prepare your listing for review.
Part 1: Determine the Battery Type
Before listing your product, confirm what type of battery it contains.
Step 1: Check the Label or Manual
Look at the:
Product itself
Packaging
Instruction manual
Manufacturers usually list the battery type. This may include, but is not limited to:
Capacity (in milliampere-hours (mAh) or watt-hours (Wh))
Step 3: Confirm With the Supplier or Manufacturer
If the battery is built-in (non-removable):
Request a battery specification sheet from your supplier or manufacturer.
This should confirm:
Battery chemistry
Voltage
Capacity
If the battery is lithium, TikTok Shop requires a UN 38.3 lithium battery test summary. This is a US Department of Transportation (DOT) requirement. You can find the UN 38.3 in the manufacturer’s documentation or on their website. For more information, see DOT's Lithium Battery Test Summaries article.
Step 4: Identify if the Battery Is Rechargeable
Rechargeable: usually Lithium-ion (Li-ion) or Lithium-polymer (Li-Po)
Non-rechargeable: usually Alkaline or Lithium metal
Step 5: Check for Special Risk Categories
Lithium-ion / Lithium-metal
Requires Safety Data Sheet (SDS) or 38.3 test summaries
Must follow specific shipping compliance
Lead-acid batteries (for example, car or motorcycle batteries)
Recommended categories will auto-populate based on what you type.
Fill in attributes and any optional attributes.
In the Battery section, select Yes or No
Fill in product details and sales information.
Step 4: Enter Product Compliance Information
Declare if your product has chemicals requiring a warning under California's Proposition 65 (CA Prop 65).
Declare if your product contains dangerous goods or is a hazardous material.
Provide required battery attributes:
Battery Type
How Batteries Are Packed (built-in, packed with, standalone)
Number Of Batteries Or Cells
Battery Or Cell Capacity In Wh
Battery Or Cell Weight In Grams
Any other additional attributes
Step 5: Upload Required Documents
Upload SDS or UN 38.3 test summary if required.
If exempt (for example, AA alkaline batteries), TikTok Shop may only require basic safety information.
Step 6: Set Up Shipping
If the product contains lithium batteries, select shipping options that comply with our logistics requirements.
This includes entering package weight and dimensions.
Step 7: Submit for Review
TikTok Shop reviews the listing and documents.
If approved, the product goes live.
If rejected, feedback is usually provided (such as missing or expired documents). Listing prohibited items or repeated non-compliance may result in further enforcement actions, such as product delisting or account suspension.
Additional Tips
If you are unsure about the battery type, always confirm with your supplier.
Selecting the wrong battery category can lead to rejection.
Prepare SDS and compliance documents in advance to avoid review delays.
Customers returning products containing lithium batteries must follow applicable regulations and any additional hazmat labeling instructions provided in the return instructions.