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Restricted Products Policy

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TikTok Shop limits sale of restricted products to sellers who qualify at the category level, product level, or by invite only. Approval is not guaranteed, and TikTok Shop can ask for more documents during listing or after a product is live. If sellers violate the policy, TikTok Shop may take enforcement actions and appeals are handled through the Appeals section.

Key points

  • Restricted products need specific qualification before sale.
  • There are 3 access paths: category-level, product-level, and invite-only.
  • Some categories allow listing any products in the category after category qualification.
  • Some designated items still need product-level qualification inside broader categories.
  • Certain products are only allowed through invite-only access.
  • TikTok Shop can request extra documents at any time.
  • Violations can lead to listing removal, access revocation, refunds, and Account Health Rating deductions.

Say / show

  • Check whether the product is category-level, product-level, or invite-only before listing.
  • Prepare and submit required documentation in the Qualification Center in Seller Center.
  • Expect additional document requests during approval or while the product is live.
  • Use the Appeals section if an enforcement action is issued.

Do not say / show

  • Don’t assume approval is automatic.
  • Don’t list restricted products without meeting the listed qualification requirements.
  • Don’t assume every item in a broader category uses the same qualification level.
  • Don’t ignore enforcement actions or appeals guidance.

Violation risks

  • Account Health Rating points may be deducted.
  • Product listings may be removed.
  • Access to offer products for sale may be revoked.
  • Customer refunds may be issued.

Who it affects

  • Sellers listing restricted products on TikTok Shop.
  • Creators/operators handling product selection or shop compliance for restricted items.
  • Qualified sellers seeking access to restricted categories or products.

Source notes

  • Verify the current requirements in the TikTok source before acting, since TikTok Shop may request additional documentation at any time.
  • This summary only reflects the provided source text and does not add extra policy requirements or dates.

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Readable Policy Copy

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Key Points:
  • To sell restricted products, sellers must meet specific qualification requirements—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.

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.
  • 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.

Requirements for Restricted Products

Category-Level Qualification

The following types of products require category-level qualification. Select a product type below to view the applicable qualification requirements.
For more information on applying for Category-Level Qualification, refer to Your Guide to Category Qualification.

Product-Level Qualification

The remaining categories require product-level qualification. Sellers who do not meet the requirements listed below are prohibited from listing those restricted products on TikTok Shop.

Invite-Only Qualification

The following are only permitted on TikTok Shop through an invite-only process.

Enforcement Actions and Appeals

We regularly review shops for compliance with our policies. If violations are identified, enforcement actions may be applied. This may include, but is not limited to:
  • Deducting points from your Account Health Rating (a metric that measures your performance against our seller policies)
  • Removing product listings
  • Revoking access to offer products for sale
  • Issuing refunds to customers
For more information on enforcement actions, refer to our Seller Enforcement Policy. To appeal an enforcement action, visit the Appeals section for guidance.

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