Sports and Outdoor Recreation Products Policy

10/01/2025

Key Points:

To sell Sports and Outdoor Recreation Products, you may be required to submit documentation for review through the Qualification Center. Requirements vary depending on whether you are the product’s manufacturer, importer, repacker, or reseller.
For pesticides, EPA Registration and Establishment Numbers are required.
To better understand the category review process and how to respond to rejections, refer to Your Guide to Category Qualification.

This policy outlines the requirements you must meet to sell Sports and Outdoor Recreation Products on our platform.

Sports and Outdoor Recreation Products

This policy applies to the following types of sports and outdoor recreation products:

Pesticides (EPA Labeling)

(Pesticides, Insecticides, Insect Repellent, Fly and Mosquito Control Devices, etc.)

Protective Hearing Devices

(Starters' Hearing Protectors)

Products with CO₂

(Bicycle CO₂ Pump, etc.)

Helmets

Requirements To Sell Sports and Outdoor Recreation Products

You may be required to pass a category qualification process to sell Sports and Outdoor Recreation Products on our platform. This process involves submitting documentation that shows you are qualified to sell in this category.
Detailed requirements are outlined in collapsible sections below. Please expand each section to view the necessary information.

Pesticides and EPA Labeling

This section outlines the requirements you may need to follow when selling pesticides and other products regulated by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Please seek independent legal advice if you have questions about the laws and regulations concerning your products.
Products that fall under this include:

Pesticides and insecticides
Insect repellents
Fly and mosquito control devices
Weed control products
Certain types of fertilizers
Any other product that meets the EPA definition of a pesticide

Selling unregistered or mislabeled pesticides is prohibited under FIFRA.

What Is Considered a Pesticide?

A product may be considered a pesticide if it has:

Even indirect claims (e.g., “removes mold” or “prevents infestation”) can bring your product under EPA regulation. For more information on identifying if your product is a pesticide, refer to the EPA's Pesticide Definition page.

Any substance or mixture of substances intended for preventing, destroying, repelling, or mitigating any pest.
Any substance or mixture of substances intended for use as a plant regulator, defoliant, or desiccant.
Any nitrogen stabilizer.

Types of pesticide products

Products may fall into these categories:

Conventional pesticide: A substance or mixture of substances intended to prevent, destroy, repel, or mitigate any pest.
Pesticide device: Any device or instrument (excluding firearms) designed to trap, destroy, repel, or mitigate pests.
Any product that makes direct or indirect claims to “kill,” “destroy,” “repel,” “mitigate,” “remove,” or perform any similar action against pests (claims-based pesticide).

Manufacturers and Importers

If you are applying to sell products that require an EPA label you manufactured or imported, you may be required to submit the following documents:
1. EPA Registration and Establishment Numbers

Manufacturers, repackers, and importers may be required to submit EPA Registration and/or Establishment Numbers, depending on the type of pesticide:

Conventional pesticides must:

Pesticide devices must:

Be registered with the EPA at the product level (EPA Registration Number).
Be produced in an EPA-registered facility (EPA Establishment Number).
Be produced in an EPA-registered facility (EPA Establishment Number).

2. Product and Packaging Images

Manufacturers and importers may be required to submit clear, unaltered images of the product and its packaging, showing:

EPA Establishment Number (for conventional pesticides and pesticide devices)

EPA Registration Number (for conventional pesticides)
All active ingredients listed on the label
The required child safety statement: “Keep Out of Reach of Children”
For electrical products, include:
- Product Electrical Safety Marking
- FCC Safety Marking, if the product includes Bluetooth or Wi-Fi functions

Labeling must follow these standards:

Markings must be printed directly on the packaging or applied as a flat, non-peeling sticker as part of the assembled product.
No double stickering allowed.
Stickers must lie flat with no creases or peeling edges.

3. Certification of Compliance or Conformity (COC) (for electrical products)

Manufacturers and importers may be required to submit a valid Certification of Compliance or Conformity (COC) that meets 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
Tested to US EPA standards
Includes the name and address of the accredited testing laboratory
The product described in the report must match the product shown in the photos

Resellers

If you are applying to sell products that require an EPA label as a reseller, you may be required to submit the following documents:
1. Purchase Invoice

Resellers may be required to submit a legible purchase invoice issued by the product’s manufacturer. The invoice must meet all of the following requirements:

Include the supplier’s company name and address
Clearly describe the product being listed on TikTok Shop
Be issued within the last 365 days
Be written in a language supported by TikTok Shop

2. Product and Packaging Images

Resellers may be required to submit clear, unaltered images of the product and its packaging, showing:

EPA Registration Number (for conventional pesticides)
EPA Establishment Number (for conventional pesticides and pesticide devices)
All active ingredients listed on the label
The required child safety statement: “Keep Out of Reach of Children”
For electrical products, include:
- Product Electrical Safety Marking
- FCC Safety Marking, if the product includes Bluetooth or Wi-Fi functions

Labeling must follow these standards:

Markings must be printed directly on the packaging or applied as a flat, non-peeling sticker as part of the assembled product.
No double stickering allowed.
Stickers must lie flat with no creases or peeling edges.

Protective Hearing Devices

This section outlines the requirements for selling protective hearing devices. These devices are designed to reduce sound levels when worn. All protective hearing devices listed on TikTok Shop must comply with applicable EPA regulations.

Manufacturers and Importers

If you are applying to sell sports and outdoor recreation protective hearing devices you manufactured or imported, you must submit the following documents:
1. Certification of Compliance or Conformity (COC)

Manufacturers or importers must submit a valid Certification of Compliance or Conformity (COC) that meets 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
Tested to US EPA standards to secure ANSI S3.19-1974 or ANSI/ASA S12.6-2016 certification
Includes the name and address of the accredited testing laboratory
The product described in the report must match the product shown in the photos

2. Product and Packaging Images

Manufacturers and importers must provide a complete set of images showing the product and its packaging, including all information displayed on them.

The label must clearly show the Noise Reduction Rating (NRR)
All text on the packaging and label must be clear, legible, and in English

Resellers

If you are applying to sell sports and outdoor recreation protective hearing devices as a reseller, you must submit the following documents:
1. Purchase Invoice

You must submit a legible purchase invoice issued by the product’s manufacturer. The invoice must meet all of the following requirements:

Include the supplier’s company name and address
Clearly describe the product being listed on TikTok Shop
Be issued within the last 365 days
Be written in a language supported by TikTok Shop

2. Product and Packaging Images

Manufacturers and importers must provide a complete set of images showing the product and its packaging, including all information displayed on them.

The label must clearly show the Noise Reduction Rating (NRR)
All text on the packaging and label must be clear, legible, and in English

Products with CO₂

This section outlines the requirements for selling sports and outdoor recreation products that contain carbon dioxide (CO₂), including:

Bicycle CO₂ Pump

Manufacturers and Importers

If you are applying to sell sports and outdoor recreation products with CO₂ that you manufactured or imported, you must submit the following documents:
1. Certification from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)

Manufacturers and importers must provide an unaltered and clearly legible DOT certification. The certification must include the following information:

Supplier’s name and address
Issued by the US Department of Transportation (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

2. Product Test Report or Certification by a Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)-Accredited Laboratory

Manufacturers and importers must submit a product test report or certification issued by a Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)-accepted laboratory (see 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 sports and outdoor recreation products with CO₂ as a reseller, you must submit the following document:
1. Purchase Invoice

You must submit a legible purchase invoice issued by the product’s manufacturer. The invoice must meet all of the following requirements:

Include the supplier’s company name and address
Clearly describe the product being listed on TikTok Shop
Be issued within the last 365 days
Be written in a language supported by TikTok Shop

Eclipse Glasses

You must be authorized by the American Astronomical Society (AAS) to manufacture and sell eclipse glasses on TikTok Shop. You will also need to submit the following documentation:

A test certificate showing compliance with ISO 12312-2
The company named on the test certificate must appear on the AAS’s list of approved manufacturers and sellers
Product images must clearly display the following statements directly on the product:
- Meets the Requirements for ISO 12312-2
- Conforms to and meets the Transmission Requirements of ISO 12312-2, Filters for Direct Observation of the Sun
- CE Marking

Helmets

Helmets require specific documentation to ensure they meet safety standards. Please see the table below for specific requirements based on helmet type and seller type:

Other Sports and Outdoor Recreation Products

Refer to the following articles for documentation requirements based on your product category:

Pet Supplies: Includes animal nutritional supplements and remedies
Kids Fashion Products: Includes children's sportswear, protective gear, and sports equipment
Beauty and Personal Care Products: Includes hygiene, cleaning, and personal care products
Electronic Products: Includes electrical measuring devices, heart rate monitors, lamps, and sports electronics
Shelf-Stable Food and Beverages: Includes items such as freeze-dried foods
Medical Devices and Medical Supplies: Includes first-aid kits, emergency kits, walking poles, hiking sticks, sports eyewear, and support sleeves

Enforcement Actions and Appeals

We regularly review your shop’s compliance with this policy. If any violations are identified, TikTok Shop may take enforcement action at our sole discretion. 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.

How to Submit Your Documentation

Submit your documentation through the Qualification Center in Seller Center by clicking here or following these steps:

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

How To Address A Category Qualification Rejection

If your application is rejected, you’ll receive a message explaining the reason. Most rejections are due to missing documentation. It's important to review this policy and ensure you are submitting all documentation and the requirements associated with them.
You can view your rejection message by:

Clicking the bell icon at the top of your Seller Center homepage to go to your inbox
Opening the rejected application in the Qualification Center.

To re-apply:

Go to the Qualification Center, then click Category Qualification.
Click the rejected category to view the rejection reason.
Review the related category policy to confirm what’s needed
Update or replace your documentation to meet the category’s requirements.
Click Resubmit to submit your revised application.

Products that claim to be safe for electrical use but are not tested and recognized by product electrical and FCC laboratories, or labeled inaccurately or fraudulently violate the TikTok Shop Restricted Products Policy.

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