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TikTok Shop says battery-containing products must be classified correctly, declared accurately, and supported with the right compliance documents before listing. Lithium batteries need extra documentation and shipping compliance, while lead-acid batteries are prohibited.
Key points
Applies to all sellers on TikTok Shop.
Identify the battery type before listing.
Check product, packaging, manual, or supplier docs.
For lithium batteries, upload a UN 38.3 lithium battery test summary; SDS may also be required.
Lead-acid batteries are prohibited.
Non-lithium batteries like alkaline, silver oxide, and NiMH must still be declared.
Battery claims must match real performance; do not make extreme or false battery-life or charging claims.
Enter required battery attributes in Seller Center, including packing method and number of batteries/cells.
If approved, the product goes live; missing or expired documents can cause rejection.
Repeated non-compliance may lead to delisting or account suspension.
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Confirm battery type using the product, packaging, manual, or supplier/manufacturer.
Use the battery section in Seller Center and declare battery details accurately.
Prepare SDS or UN 38.3 documents in advance when required.
Select shipping options that comply with logistics requirements for lithium batteries.
Keep product claims realistic and supported by actual capacity and use conditions.
Verify whether the product contains chemicals needing a California Proposition 65 warning.
Check the TikTok source and related policies before listing or shipping.
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Do not list lead-acid battery products.
Do not select the wrong battery category.
Do not claim impossible battery life, charging speed, or endurance.
Do not rely on missing or expired compliance documents.
Do not assume all batteries require the same documentation.
Do not ignore hazardous-material or dangerous-goods declarations when applicable.
Violation risks
Review delay
Listing rejection
Product delisting
Account suspension
Other enforcement actions for repeated non-compliance
Who it affects
All sellers on TikTok Shop
Sellers listing products containing batteries
Sellers of lithium battery products
Sellers of dangerous goods or hazardous materials
Source notes
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The source says some requirements depend on battery type and exemptions may apply.
This summary is based only on the provided source text; verify against TikTok before listing.
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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.
Battery-related product claims must be realistic and supported by the product’s actual capacity and use conditions. Do not claim extreme battery life, impossible charging speed, false fast-charging capability, or absolute endurance. Products may be removed after listing if excessive customer feedback shows actual endurance materially differs from the PDP claim and the issue is attributable to the listing or product provided by the seller.
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.