Key Points:

• When listing a collectible item on TikTok Shop, you may be required to submit documentation proving authenticity, clear product images, and accurate information about the item's condition.
• The collectible item may require a Certificate of Authenticity from an approved third-party authenticator or agency.

This policy outlines the requirements you must meet to sell Collectibles on our platform.

Collectibles

A collectible is a unique or rare item with personal, historical, or cultural value. When listing these items, it’s important to include proof of authenticity and clearly describe their condition to help customers make informed decisions and to establish yourself as a trustworthy seller. The following are examples of collectibles that customers activiely seek out on TikTok Shop:

• Action Figures
• Vintage Comics
• Autographed Jerseys

Requirements to Sell Collectibles

Sellers who list collectibles must accurately describe the item’s condition and clearly disclose any defects, wear, or restorations in the product listing. In addition, sellers must meet the following requirements when listing collectibles on TikTok Shop.

Condition Attribute

During the product listing process, you must select one of the following condition attributes that best represents the item:

Sports Memorabilia Collectibles (Collectible Condition)

Sellers listing collectible sports memorabilia must meet the following requirements due to the specialized nature and value of these items.
Examples of Collectible Sports Memorabilia

• Balls, Bats, and Gloves
• Books and Magazines
• Cereal Boxes
• Cups and Mugs
• Figurines
• Flags and Banners
• Golf Clubs
• Helmets
• Hockey Pucks
• Jerseys
• Key Chains
• Lithographs
• Patches
• Photographs
• Prints, Posters, and Signs
• Shirts, Shoes, and Hats
• Stickers
• Ticket Stubs
• Trophies and Plaques

Documentation Requirements for Collectible Sports Memorabilia

The following is required for collectible sports memorabilia:

1. Certificate of Authenticity (COA) or Letter of Authenticity (LOA) by an approved authentication service or agency. COA must be from one of the following:
   • Beckett Authentication
   • Certified Authentication Services (CAS)
   • Fanatics Authentic
   • James Spence Authentication (JSA)
   • Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA)
   • PROVA Group
   • Sportscard Guaranty Corporation (SGC)
   • Sports Memorabilia
   • Steiner Sports
   • Tristar Productions
   • Upper Deck
2. Clear images of the product
3. If autographed, a clear image of the autograph and authentication sticker or label
4. Children's Product Certificate (CPC)
5. Test Report from a Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) accredited laboratory
6. Sample tracking label

Additional Requirements for Collectible Sports Books and Publications (New and Collectible Condition):

1. ISBN, ISSN, JAN, or EAN (standard product identifiers)
2. If no identifier is available, a COA or LOA from an approved authentication service or agency must be provided. If neither is available, the item cannot be sold.

Entertainment Collectibles (Collectible Condition)

Sellers listing entertainment collectibles must meet the following requirements due to the specialized nature and value of these items.
Examples of Entertainment Collectibles

• Building Kits
• CDs, DVDs, & Vinyl Records
• Pinbacks
• Comics & Manga
• Figurines, Statues & Bobbleheads
• Model Cars & Diecast Toys

Documentation Requirements for Entertainment Collectibles

1. Certificate of Authenticity (COA) or Letter of Authenticity (LOA) by an approved authentication service or agency
2. Clear images of the product
3. If autographed, a clear image of the autograph and authentication sticker or label
4. Children's Product Certificate (CPC)
5. Test Report from a Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) accredited laboratory
6. Sample tracking label

Comics, Manga, and Magazines (New and Collectible Condition)

Sellers listing comics, manga, and magazines in new and collectible condition must meet the following requirements due to the specialized nature and value of these items.

Documentation Requirements for Comics, Manga, and Magazines

The following is required for comics, manga, and magazines:

1. Clear images of the product (stock photos are not acceptable)
2. If autographed, a clear image of the autograph and authentication sticker or label
3. ISBN, ISSN, JAN, or EAN (standard product identifiers)
4. If no identifier is available, a COA or LOA from an approved authentication service or agency must be provided. If neither is available, the item cannot be sold.

If the product is graded, sellers must provide one of the following:

1. Certificate of Authenticity (COA) or Letter of Authenticity (LOA) by an approved authentication service or agency. COA must be from one of the following:
   • Beckett Authentication
   • Certified Authentication Services (CAS)
   • Certified Guaranty Company (CGC)
   • Comic Book Certification Services (CBCS)
   • Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA)
2. A security label or hologram provided by the seller of record, accompanied by one of the following forms of verifiable documentation:
   • An individually numbered COA, LOA, or hologram that can be verified in a public online database
   • A copy of a contractual agreement between the seller and the personality following a private or public autograph appearance
   • Proof of a direct working relationship with the personality, studio, or an authorized representative
   • Proof of acquisition of an item used on set or during a performance from the personality’s estate, studio, or authorized representative
   • Exact photo proof showing the item being signed by the personality, with the signature or inscription matching the listing image

Breaks

A "break" is when a sealed pack, box, or case of items is opened—typically during a livestream—and the contents are distributed to paying customers.
You can offer breaks on TikTok Shop if your Shop Performance Score (SPS) ≥ 2.5 and have successfully completed Category Qualification (refer to the How to Apply section below).
Only the following products are currently allowed:

• Trading Cards
• Memorabilia

Break Types You Can Offer

The following break types are allowed on TikTok Shop:

• Personal Breaks
  • Customers purchase an entire pack, box, or case, which the seller then opens live on their behalf.
• Pick Your Team/Type Breaks
  • Customers select the type of item they want—such as a team, player, division, or energy—and claim those items matching their selection after the break is conducted live.
• "Pull-Til-You-Win" Breaks
  • Customers select a specific item they want—usually a rare or high-value item like an autograph or trading card. You'll then open sealed products live until the item is pulled.
  • If the item target isn't pulled within the guaranteed minimum number of items, you must continue opening sealed items until it's opened.
  • All opened items are shipped to the customer.
  • Listings for "pull-til-you-win" breaks must clearly include the minimum pack guarantee in the title or variant.

All break types must be sealed and unmodified prior to the break.

Break livestreams are only allowed within the US.

Prohibited Break Types

The following break types are prohibited on TikTok Shop:

• Random Card Breaks
• Draft-Style Breaks
• Bounties Breaks

Gambling activities, such as any form of randomized distribution where customers do not select a specific type of product, are prohibited on TikTok Shop. For more information, refer to our Gambling Policy.

How to Apply

You can apply to sell breaks through the Qualification Center in Seller Center by clicking here or following the steps below:

1. Log into your Seller Center account.
2. Click your shop icon in the top right corner.
3. Go to My Account > Account Settings.
4. Select Qualification Center.
5. Click on Category Qualification.
6. Click Add Category Authorization and follow the prompts to submit your application.

For more information, refer to Your Guide to Category Qualification.

Requirements for Live Auction or Streaming Breaks

These requirements apply to break listings, specifically those sold through live auctions or streaming events. Each listing must meet the following requirements to be eligible for sale.

1. Product Category

Choosing the right category ensures your listing appears in search and filters. Select the most accurate category for your break:

• Collectibles > Trading Cards and Accessories
  • Sports Trading Cards > Sports Card Breaks > Trading Card Breaks Only
  • Sports Trading Cards > Sports Card Breaks > Mixed Breaks
  • Non-Sports Trading Cards > Non-Sports Card Breaks
• Collectibles > Memorabilia Breaks
  • Sports Collectibles > Memorabilia Breaks
  • Entertainment > Breaks

2. Product Title

Titles must reflect the nature of the break. You can keep titles general—especially for live selling—or include more detail when appropriate.

• Allowed Examples:
  • Live Auction Sports Trading Cards
  • Cards on the Screen – Mystery Pack Break
  • Pick Your Energy – Shrouded Fable ETB CASE BREAK (x90 Packs) (for memorabilia breaks)

You are not required to reference specific players, teams, or products in the title, but you may do so if relevant.

3. Product Description

Your product description must give buyers enough information to understand what they’re purchasing. The level of detail can vary depending on the break type, but the following are required:

• You must include:
  • The card or memorabilia type or category
    • Examples: sports, non-sport, pre-owned, mystery pack, repack
  • A general explanation of how the break works
    • Example: “Participants will receive cards pulled live based on selected energy type.”
    • Example: “Mystery repack cards will be revealed live and distributed to buyers post-break.”
• Optional, but encouraged:
  • Mention general contents if known (teams, players, themes, styles, certification info)
    • Example: “This autographed bat is certified by Beckett, Fanatics, or JSA.”
    • Example: “Cards may include rookies and legends from major sports leagues.”

Detailed itemization of every card or memorabilia piece is not required, especially for live breaks.

4. Product Images

Your images should help buyers identify the break, but you are not required to show every individual card or item.

• You may include:
  • Company or brand logos
  • Images of sealed products or break formats
  • Themed graphics that represent the type of break
• You do not need to include:
  • Photos of each individual card or item shown during the break
  • Full inventory breakdowns

We regularly review your shop’s compliance with this policy and may take enforcement action if any violations are identified. This may include rejecting your category qualification application, assigning violation points, or removing product listings. For more information on enforcement actions, refer to our Seller Enforcement Policy.
If you'd like to appeal an enforcement action, visit the Appeals section of our Seller Enforcement Policy for guidance on how to proceed.