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TikTok Shop says sellers may need category qualification documents to sell Household Appliances. The requirements vary by seller role, and household appliances must also follow the Restricted Products Policy. TikTok can reject applications, deduct account health points, or remove listings for violations.
Key points
Some sellers may need to submit documents in the Qualification Center.
Requirements depend on the seller’s role.
Household appliances must comply with both this page and the Restricted Products Policy.
Some appliances on the list may also need EnergyGuide, EPA, or other labeling requirements.
Fraudulent documents can lead to application rejection.
Unapproved safety markings can lead to listing removal.
TikTok may enforce violations and appeals are available through the Appeals section.
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Check whether your role requires category qualification before listing.
Use the Qualification Center to submit any required documents.
Verify your appliance against the listed requirement types, including EnergyGuide and EPA labeling.
Make sure testing and certifications come from recognized electrical safety or FCC laboratories.
Review the Restricted Products Policy before listing household appliances.
Keep product labeling accurate and non-fraudulent.
Use the Appeals section if you want to challenge an enforcement action.
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You can sell all household appliances without qualification.
Electrical safety claims are acceptable without approved testing or certification.
Fraudulent or inaccurate labeling is allowed.
This page is the only policy that applies to household appliances.
EPA-related products are exempt from other review requirements.
Violation risks
Application rejection
Account health point deduction
Product listing removal
Other enforcement actions at TikTok Shop’s discretion
Who it affects
Sellers of household appliances on TikTok Shop
Sellers whose appliances fall under EnergyGuide labeling
Sellers of products requiring EPA labeling
Sellers handling products with electrical safety or FCC testing claims
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Key Points:
To sell Household Appliances, you may need to submit documentation through the Qualification Center.Requirements vary depending on your role as a seller.
This document outlines the requirements for selling Household Appliances on TikTok Shop. These requirements are in place to help ensure product quality, safety, and compliance for customers. Household appliances are also subject to our Restricted Products Policy. Sellers must comply with both this document and the Restricted Products Policy when listing household appliances.
Household Appliances
These requirements apply to the following household appliances. This list is not exhaustive:
General Electronic Appliances
Steam Oven
Grill
Electric Kettle
Vacuum
Electric Fan
Household Appliances that require the EnergyGuide label
You may be required to pass category qualification to sell Household Appliances. This process requires submitting documents proving you are qualified to sell these products. Detailed requirements are listed in the sections below. Open each section to view what is needed.
General Electronic Appliances
Manufacturers, Importers, And Repackers
If you are applying to sell general electronic appliances you manufactured, imported, or repacked, you may be required to submit the following documents:
Certificate of Compliance (COC)
Manufacturers, importers or repackers may be required to submit a COC. It must meet the following requirements:
Issued within the last 2 years
Matches the product category you intend to sell
Clearly describes the tested product, including detailed specifications
Includes the name and address of the accredited testing laboratory
The product described in the report must match the product shown in the photos
Product or Packaging Image
Manufacturers, importers or repackers may be required to submit product or packaging images showing valid Product Electrical Safety Marking and FCC Safety Marking (if the product has a Bluetooth or Wi-Fi function).
The safety marking may be a sticker or embossed directly on the product
The marking may appear on the packaging, either printed directly or applied as a sticker
Double-stickering is not allowed
The label must be securely affixed. It must lay flat, with no creases or peeling edges
Resellers
If you are applying to sell general electronic appliances as a reseller, you may be required to submit the following documents:
Purchase Invoice
Resellers may be required to submit a legible purchase invoice issued by the product’s manufacturer. The invoice must meet the following requirements:
Includes the supplier’s company name and address
Clearly describes the product being listed on TikTok Shop
Be issued within the last 365 days
Be written in a language supported by TikTok Shop
Product or Packaging Image
Resellers may be required to submit product or packaging images showing valid Product Electrical Safety Marking and FCC Safety Marking (if the product has a Bluetooth or Wi-Fi function).
The safety marking may be a sticker or embossed directly on the product
The marking may appear on the packaging, either printed directly or applied as a sticker
Double-stickering is not allowed
The label must be securely affixed. It must lay flat, with no creases or peeling edges
EnergyGuide Label
Certain household appliances require an EnergyGuide label. This includes, but is not limited to:
Dryers, clothes washers and dishwashers
Televisions and ceiling fans
Central, room, or portable air conditioners
Refrigerators, freezers, furnaces, and heat pumps
Pool heaters and water heaters
All sellers must provide an image of the product or its packaging showing the EnergyGuide label. This must include:
The estimated yearly energy use of the product
The cost range for similar product models
The estimated yearly energy cost for the product, with the energy cost of your model shown at the appropriate point along the range
Any other model-specific information required for your particular product
Products with CO₂
This section outlines the requirements for selling household appliances that contain carbon dioxide (CO₂), including:
Soda Maker
Manufacturers and Importers
If you are applying to sell household appliances with CO₂ that you manufactured, imported, or repacked, you may be required to submit the following documents:
Certification from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)
Manufacturers and importers may be required to provide an unaltered and legible DOT certification. The certification must include the following information:
Supplier’s name and address
Issued by the DOT
Certification is valid at the time of submission (not past the expiration date)
Matches the product category you intend to sell
Clearly states that the product to be transported contains carbon dioxide
Written in English
Product Test Report or Certification by a Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)-Accredited Laboratory
Manufacturers and importers may be required to submit a product test report or certification issued by a CPSC-accepted laboratory. Refer to List of CPSC-Approved Laboratories. The submitted report must be legible, unaltered, and meet all of the following requirements:
Includes the supplier’s name and address
Issued by a recognized CPSC-accepted laboratory
Issued within the past 2 years
Matches the product category you intend to sell
Provides a clear description and details of the product to be transported
Written in English
Resellers
If you are applying to sell household appliances with CO₂ as a reseller, you may be required to submit the following document:
Purchase Invoice
Resellers may be required submit a legible purchase invoice issued by the product’s manufacturer. The invoice must meet the following requirements:
Includes the supplier’s company name and address
Clearly describes the product being listed on TikTok Shop
Be issued within the last 365 days
Be written in a language supported by TikTok Shop
Refurbished Household Appliances
Refurbished household appliances are pre-owned household appliances that have been repaired, cleaned, tested, and restored to a condition suitable for resale. Not all sellers or products are eligible to list items in the refurbished household appliances category. For example, children’s products are not permitted in any refurbished category. All refurbished household appliances must clearly include “Refurbished,” the product’s brand, and the device condition in the product listing title and description. In addition, refurbished household appliances must have a release date within the last 7 years to be eligible for listing on TikTok Shop.
Product Quality and Refurbishment Requirements
Refurbished household appliances may be required to meet some of the following requirements to ensure product quality, safety, and compliance:
Products must be thoroughly cleaned, sanitized, and restored to a condition suitable for use. Any surfaces that may come into contact with food, water, or air should be free from contamination and cleaned in accordance with National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) standards or other applicable local standards.
All components (tanks, trays, doors, vents, filters, and containers) must be free from visible dirt, stains, residue, or signs of calcified water, grease, or corrosion. No odor should be detectable.
After cleaning and sanitization, products must be fully dried before packaging. Any components that hold liquid (for example, internal tanks or boilers) must be completely drained.
All vents and internal openings must be free of dust, debris, and any obstructions.
Moving parts, detachable pieces, and accessories (for example, doors, trays, nozzles, or rollers) must be tested to ensure proper function and securely fastened for transit.
Electrical and powered products must be tested to ensure that batteries, charging functions, and key features operate as intended. Products must be able to charge properly and hold a charge.
Consumable or replaceable parts (filters, brushes, or other wear components) should be replaced with new ones prior to resale whenever applicable.
All original labels, serial numbers, safety markings, and other manufacturer information must remain intact and clearly legible.
Requirements for Refurbished Household Appliances
Eligible sellers may be required to submit the following documentation before listing refurbished household appliances:
Brand Authorization
Eligible sellers may be required to obtain brand authorization to sell refurbished household appliances. Brand authorization is the process of verifying that you either:
Own the trademark; or
Have permission from the trademark owner to sell their products
Any other product making direct or indirect pest-control claims
Enforcement Actions and Appeals
Claiming electrical safety without approved testing or certification violates these requirements. Tests and certifications must come from recognized electrical safety or FCC laboratories. Products are also in violation if they have inaccurate or fraudulent labeling. We regularly review your shop’s compliance with this document and our Restricted Products Policy. If any violations are identified, TikTok Shop may take enforcement action at our sole discretion. For example, submitting fraudulent documentation could result in the rejection of your application, while listing a product with an unapproved safety marking may lead to the removal of that listing. Potential enforcement actions include, but are not limited to:
Rejecting your category qualification application
Deducting points from your account health
Removing product listings
For more information on enforcement actions, see our Seller Enforcement Policy. If you'd like to appeal an enforcement action, visit the Appeals section.