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Restricted Products Policy

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TikTok Shop requires special approval to sell restricted products. Approval can be at the category level, the product level, or by invite only, and TikTok may ask for more documents at any time. Sellers must follow all applicable laws, describe products accurately, and understand that violations can lead to removal, suspension, payment withholding, or other enforcement.

Key points

  • Restricted products need qualification before sale.
  • Approval can be category-level, product-level, or invite-only.
  • TikTok may request more documents during listing or after a product is live.
  • Sellers must comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws.
  • Product descriptions must be accurate and not misleading.
  • Some categories are invite-only, including examples listed in the source.
  • Violations can trigger listing removal, suspension, payment withholding, refunds, or termination.

Say / show

  • Check whether the product needs category-level, product-level, or invite-only approval.
  • Review the Restricted Products help pages before listing.
  • Keep product categorization and descriptions accurate.
  • Provide any extra information TikTok requests during review.
  • Verify legal requirements in every jurisdiction where you sell or ship.
  • Use TikTok’s qualification process in Seller Center for eligible categories.

Do not say / show

  • Assume approval is guaranteed.
  • Misclassify or deceptively describe products to bypass restrictions.
  • List restricted products without checking the applicable qualification rules.
  • Treat TikTok’s examples as exhaustive.
  • Ignore legal compliance because a product is listed as permitted.

Violation risks

  • Immediate suspension or termination of selling privileges.
  • Removal of product listings.
  • Destruction of inventory without reimbursement.
  • Refunds to customers.
  • Temporary and/or permanent withholding of payments.
  • Termination of the business relationship.
  • Civil and/or criminal liability under applicable law.

Who it affects

  • Sellers listing restricted products on TikTok Shop.
  • Sellers in invite-only categories.
  • Sellers shipping products across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Sellers whose products may require extra documentation.

Source notes

  • Verify all requirements against the TikTok source and related help pages before acting.
  • Examples in the source are guidance only and are not exhaustive.
  • For enforcement issues, the source points to Seller Enforcement Policy and Appeals guidance.

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Readable Policy Copy

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Key Points:
  • To sell restricted products, sellers must meet specific approval rules—either at the category-level or product-level.
  • Approval is not guaranteed; TikTok Shop may request additional documentation at any time during the listing process or while the product is live.
This policy outlines the requirements sellers must meet to sell restricted products on our platform. These requirements are in place to ensure product safety, legal compliance, and a trustworthy experience for customers.
Sellers are responsible for ensuring their products comply with all applicable local, state, and Federal laws and TikTok Shop policies. Before listing, carefully review the Restricted Products help pages and consult external resources if needed — the examples provided are for guidance only and are not exhaustive. Even products listed as "permitted" must still meet all legal requirements.
TikTok Shop regularly reviews products and shops for compliance with platform policies. Violations may result in corrective actions, including, but not limited to, immediate suspension or termination of selling privileges, removing product listings, destruction of inventory without reimbursement, issuing refunds to customers temporary and/or permanent withholding of payments, and termination of the business relationship. Sellers who list non-compliant, illegal or otherwise unsafe products may also be exposed to civil and/or criminal liability under applicable law.
Additionally, sellers must:
  • Accurately categorize and describe products in accordance with TikTok Shop's listing standards
  • Avoid miscategorizing or deceptively describing products to circumvent restrictions
  • Provide additional information or guarantees for certain restricted categories
  • Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws in every jurisdiction where the seller sells or ships products.
For more information on enforcement actions, refer to our Seller Enforcement Policy. To appeal an enforcement action, visit the Appeals section for guidance.

Restricted Products

To sell restricted products, sellers must meet certain qualification requirements. There are 3 levels:
  • Category-Level Qualification: Sellers must submit documentation to sell within a category of products. After passing the process in the Qualification Center portal (located in Seller Center), sellers can list any products within that category. For more information on applying for Category-Level Qualification, refer to Your Guide to Category Qualification.
  • Product-Level Qualification: Sellers must provide documentation for each product they want to sell within a particular category.
  • Invite-Only Qualification: Select qualified sellers are invited to sell certain categories and can apply for access through the Qualification Center.
TikTok Shop reserves the right to request additional documentation during the product approval process.

Products Requiring Qualification

The product categories below require category-level and/or product-level qualifications. Select a product type policy below to view the applicable qualification requirements.
Product GroupPolicy
Electronics, Appliances, and TransportationProducts with electrical, mechanical, battery, vehicle, or operational safety considerationsAutomotive Parts, Vehicles, and Powersports
Electric Bikes and Scooters
Electronics
Household Appliances
Refurbished Electronics Requirements
Smart Earphones and Headphones
Family, Kids, and Pet ProductsProducts intended for vulnerable populations (babies, children, and pets)Baby and Maternity Products
Children's Portable Bed Rails
Kids' Fashion
Pet Healthcare
Pet Supplies
Toys and Hobbies
Fashion, Jewelry, and CollectiblesProducts where requirements relate to materials, authenticity, or conditionCollectibles
Jewelry
Food, Health, and Personal CareIngestible, medical, hygiene, and personal-use products — requiring safety, labeling, ingredients, and/or regulatory complianceBeauty and Personal Care
Dietary Supplements
Feminine Care
Food and Beverage: Shelf-Stable
Fresh and Frozen Packaged Food Products
Medical Devices and Medical Supplies
Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications
Hazardous and Dangerous Goods
Products requiring special handling, labeling, or shipping compliance
Dangerous Goods
Home, Garden, and Outdoor ProductsProducts requiring handling or environmental controlsLive Plants
Pesticides
Sports and Outdoor Recreation Products
Special Commerce, Pre-Owned, and Digital ProductsProducts that have special requirementsLucky Scoops
Mystery Boxes and Similar Products
Pre-Owned Products
Virtual Goods

Invite-Only Approval

The following are only permitted on TikTok Shop through an invite-only process. There may be additional category-level or product-level qualification requirements to list these products.
Virtual Goods

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