Hazmat and Dangerous Goods Labeling

How to Print Hazmat Labels

For TikTok Shipping sellers, TikTok provides printable Hazmat and Dangerous Goods labels for all applicable shipments. The guide below will walk through the process of how to print these labels for shipments that require them.
On the Manage Orders tab, shipments will be labeled with a "Dangerous Goods" tag:
You can also quickly filter all pending orders by using the filter option, and selecting "Dangerous goods":
Once you have selected an order that contains hazmat goods to create labels for, you will notice a button "Hazmat label (A4)" as a checkbox:
If your shipment contains a hazmat good, ensure this radial box is checked to ensure the correct hazmat label is printed along with your shipping label and packing list.
(Note: If a shipment does not contain a hazmat good, the "Hazmat label (A4)" radial box will be greyed out.
When you click the "Print Document" button you will see the hazmat label included in a PDF along with your other documents for the shipment. This document will contain the Order ID of the order it is associated with, instructions for labeling, as well as the label to be included and taped on the outside of the package.

Automatic Order Splitting for Hazmat or Dangerous Goods

For orders that include Hazmat or Dangerous Goods and other non-Hazmat or non-Dangerous Goods, TikTok will automatically split the Hazmat items into their own package, as hazmat goods must be shipped and labeled in their own package.
Common scenarios of split orders include, but are not limited to:

• If the orders contain dangerous goods that cannot be shipped together, such as alcohol and lithium batteries; or
• The package exceeds specification restrictions. For example, packages with lithium batteries cannot exceed 66 lbs; or
• The orders contain other items that must be shipped separately according to the US federal and logistics regulations.

For more information, please see our TikTok Shop Dangerous Goods Policy.

How to Label Your Hazmat Shipments

1. Print out the Hazmat label from the list of shipping labels for your order.
   
2. Cut out the image of the hazmat label from the PDF.
   
3. Tape the cut-out image of the Hazmat label onto the top or side of the corresponding Hazmat package.

Ensure that the hazmat label is clearly visible and not covered by any other label.
If you would like to learn more about the Dangerous Goods policy, please follow our helpful guide here.
If you would like to learn how you can list Dangerous Goods on your TikTok shop, please follow our helpful guide here.

FAQ

1. What happens if I don't label hazmat shipments?
   • Regulatory Non-Compliance: A Hazmat program is essential for complying with national and international regulations. If a shipment is not properly classed, described, packaged, marked, labeled, and in condition for shipment as required or authorized, DOT may issue civil penalties up to $77,114 for each violations. Frequent or knowingly violating the regulations may result in criminal prosecution. Criminal violations may result in fines, imprisonment, or both.
   • Operational Disruptions: Without proper Dangerous Goods classification, the transportation of hazardous materials can be delayed or halted for TikTok Shipping carriers, leading to supply chain disruptions. This can affect delivery and services, potentially causing customer dissatisfaction.
   • Reputational Damage: Historically, companies found to be negligent in handling hazardous materials due to lack of proper classification can suffer from negative public perception, leading to loss of customer trust and penalties.
   • Global Trade Implications: For global sales and international trade, failure to comply with global standards for hazardous materials can result in shipping delays, customs issues, and inability to enter certain markets.
2. What are hazmat goods?

Some common dangerous goods include, but are not limited to:

• Lithium battery products (such as laptops or smartphones)
• Cosmetics (such as perfumes)
• Household cleaners

Refer to the appendix below for an extended, but non-comprehensive list of dangerous goods.

3. Is there a weight limit to shipping hazmat goods?
   • Packages over 66lbs and containing HAZMAT items must be split up, so the weight of the package is less than 66lbs. TikTok Shop will automatically split your order up to help you stay complia