Kids' Fashion Products Policy

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Key Points:
This policy outlines the requirements for selling Kids' Fashion Products on TikTok Shop.

Kids' Fashion Products

Kids’ Fashion Products include clothing, footwear, and accessories designed for children from infants to pre-teenagers aged 12 years and younger.
The following Kids' Fashion Products are allowed to be sold on our platform through category qualification.
Kids’ clothing
  • Tops
  • Bottoms
  • Dresses
  • Coats
  • Jackets
  • Underwear
  • Socks
Kids’ swimwearKids’ footwear
  • Sandals
  • Slippers
  • Shoes
Kids’ accessories
  • Belts
  • Earmuffs
  • Gloves
  • Scarves
  • Shawls
  • Watches
  • Bowties
Kids’ bags and travel items
  • Bags
  • Backpacks
  • Luggage

Prohibited Products

The following kids’ fashion products are not allowed to be sold on TikTok Shop:
All beaded teethers, including:
  • Beaded amber teething jewelry
  • Beaded teethers made from amber, wood, silicone, or any other materials

Requirements To Sell Kids' Fashion Products

You may be required to pass category qualification to sell Kids' Fashion Products. This process requires submitting documents proving you are qualified to sell these products.
Detailed requirements are listed in the sections below. Open each section to view what is needed.

Manufacturers, Importers, And Repackers

  1. Children's Product Certificate (CPC)
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Manufacturers, importers, and repackers may be required to submit a legible and unaltered Children's Product Certificate (CPC), which must include the following:
  • The manufacturer or importer’s name and address
  • The date of issue (must be within the last 365 days)
  • Product details that match the product category and listing photos
  • A clear description of the tested product
  • The name and address of the CPSC-accredited laboratory
  • All relevant safety standards tested
  • The certificate must be in English
Refer to the CPSC’s page on Children’s Product Certificates for more information, including examples and tutorial videos.
  1. Test Report Issued by a CPSC-Accredited Laboratory
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Manufacturers, importers, and repackers may be required to provide a test report issued by a CPSC-accredited laboratory. Refer to the CPSC-Accepted Testing Laboratories page for more information.
When submitting the test report, ensure it is legible, unaltered, and includes the following information:
  • The manufacturer or importer’s name and address
  • The name and address of the CPSC-accredited laboratory
  • The date of issue (must be within the last 365 days)
  • A clear description of the tested product
  • Product details that match the product category and listing photos
  • All relevant safety standards tested, with pass or fail results clearly shown
  • The report must be in English
  1. Product Photos with Tracking Label
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Manufacturers, importers, and repackers may be required to provide photos of a sample product that meet the following requirements:
  • Show all sides of the product
  • Ensure all packaging information is visible, including product descriptions, warnings, and other relevant details
  • Include a clear and legible image of the tracking label
Refer to the CPSC’s page on Tracking Labels for more information, including examples and tutorial videos. The tracking label must be securely attached to both the product and its packaging. It must include the following:
  • The manufacturer, importer, or private labeler’s name
  • The location and date of production
  • Detailed manufacturing information (e.g., batch number or run number) or other identifying characteristics
  • Additional information identifying the product’s source
  • The label must be in English

Resellers

If you are applying to sell Kids' Fashion Products as a reseller, you may be required to submit the following documents:
  1. Children's Product Certificate (CPC)
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Resellers may be required to submit a legible and unaltered Children's Product Certificate (CPC), which must include the following:
  • The manufacturer or importer’s name and address
  • The date of issue (must be within the last 365 days)
  • Product details that match the product category and listing photos
  • A clear description of the tested product
  • The name and address of the CPSC-accredited laboratory
  • All relevant safety standards tested
  • The certificate must be in English
Refer to the CPSC’s page on Children’s Product Certificates for more information, including examples and tutorial videos.
  1. Purchase Invoice
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Resellers may be required to submit a legible and unaltered purchase invoice, which must include the following:
  • The supplier’s name and address
  • The date of issue (must be within the last 365 days)
  • Product details and quantities that match the products being applied to sell
  • The invoice must be in English

Product Photos with Tracking Label

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Resellers may be required to provide photos of a sample product that meet the following requirements:
  • Show all sides of the product
  • Ensure all packaging information is visible, including product descriptions, warnings, and other relevant details
  • Include a clear and legible image of the tracking label
Refer to the CPSC’s page on Tracking Labels for more information, including examples and tutorial videos. The tracking label must be securely attached to both the product and its packaging. It must include the following:
  • The manufacturer, importer, or private labeler’s name
  • The location and date of production
  • Detailed manufacturing information (e.g., batch number or run number) or other identifying characteristics
  • Additional information identifying the product’s source
  • The label must be in English

Children's Helmets Requirements

Choking Hazard Warning Label ⚠️Children’s products that meet the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) criteria for choking hazards must include a clear choking hazard warning label. TikTok Shop requires all sellers to:
  • Ensure the choking hazard warning is clearly displayed in the product listing.
  • Include a compliant warning label on product packaging.
Common examples of products that may require this warning include, but are not limited to, certain jewelry and accessories that contain small parts which may detach and pose a choking hazard.
For more information, refer to the Choking Hazard Warning Label Policy.

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, but is not limited to:
  • Rejecting your category qualification application
  • Deducting points from your account health
  • Removing product listings
For more information on enforcement actions, see our Seller Enforcement Policy. If you'd like to appeal an enforcement action, visit the Appeals section.

How to Submit Your Documentation

Submit your documentation via the Qualification Center in Seller Center. Click here or follow these steps:
  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.
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How To Address A Category Qualification Rejection

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If your application is rejected, you’ll receive a message explaining the reason. Most rejections are due to missing documentation. Review this policy to make sure you’ve met all requirements.
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:
  1. Go to the Qualification Center, then click Category Qualification.
  2. Click the rejected category to view the rejection reason.
  3. Review the related category policy to confirm what’s needed
  4. Update or replace your documentation to meet the category’s requirements.
  5. Click Resubmit to submit your revised application.Children’s helmets are classified as restricted products on TikTok Shop and require Category Qualification. Sellers must submit specific documentation to verify that these products meet applicable safety standards.
Refer to the table below for requirements by helmet type and seller type.
Product Type
Seller Type
Required Documentation and Standards
Children's Bicycle Helmets
Manufacturer, Importer, and Repacker1. Product or packaging photos demonstrating compliance with all of the following standards:  - CPSIA (Lead)  - CPSA Section 14(a)(5) (Tracking Label)  - 16 CFR Part 1203 (Bicycle Helmet Safety Standard)  - 16 CFR Parts 1500.19 & 1500.20 (Small Parts Labeling)*  - 16 CFR Part 1501 (Small Parts Testing)** AND any one of the following:  - ASTM F1447-18  - ASTM F1898-22  - Snell B-90A  - Snell B-952. CPSC-approved lab test report showing compliance with all of the standards in #13. Children's Product Certificate (CPC)
Reseller1. Product or packaging photos showing compliance with the same standards as above2. CPC3. Proof of Purchase
Children’s Equestrian Helmets
Manufacturer, Importer, and Repacker1. Product or packaging photos demonstrating compliance with all of the following standards:  - CPSIA (Lead)  - CPSA 14(a)(5) (Tracking Label)  - 16 CFR Part 1501 (Small Parts Testing)*  - 16 CFR Parts 1500.19 & 1500.20 (Small Parts Labeling)** AND either:  - ASTM F1163-15  - Snell E-20012. Test report showing compliance with all of the standards in #13. CPC
Reseller1. Product or packaging photos showing compliance with the same standards as above2. CPC3. Proof of Purchase
Children’s Winter Sports HelmetsManufacturer, Importer, and Repacker1. Product or packaging photos showing compliance with all of the following:  - CPSIA (Lead)  - CPSA 14(a)(5) (Tracking Label)  - 16 CFR Parts 1500.19 & 1500.20 (Small Parts Labeling)*  - 16 CFR Part 1501 (Small Parts Testing)** AND one of the following:  - ASTM F2040-18  - CSA Z263.1  - Snell RS-98  - Snell S-982. Test report showing compliance with all of the standards in #13. General Certificate of Conformity (GCC)
Reseller1. Product or packaging photos showing compliance with the same standards as above2. Proof of Purchase
Children’s Motorcycle HelmetsManufacturer, Importer, and Repacker1. Product or packaging photos demonstrating compliance with all of the following standards:  - CPSIA (Lead)  - CPSA 14(a)(5) (Tracking Label)  - 16 CFR Part 1501 (Small Parts Testing)*  - 16 CFR Parts 1500.19 & 1500.20 (Small Parts Labeling)** AND one of the following:  - 49 CFR § 571.218 (FMVSS 218) — must include S5.6 labeling  - Snell M-2010 or M-20152. Test report showing compliance with all of the standards in #13. GCC
Reseller1. Product or packaging photos showing compliance with the same standards as above2. GCC3. Proof of Purchase
Children's Inline 7 Roller Skating HelmetsManufacturer, Importer, and Repacker1. Product or packaging photos showing compliance with all of the following standards: - CPSIA (Lead) - CPSA 14(a)(5) (Tracking Label) - 16 CFR Part 1203 (Safety Standard for Bicycle Helmets) - 16 CFR Parts 1500.19 & 1500.20 (Small Parts Labeling)** - 16 CFR Part 1501 (Small Parts Testing)* AND any one of the following: - ASTM F1447-18 - ASTM F1898-22 - Snell B-90A - Snell B-952. Test report from a CPSC-approved lab showing compliance with all of the standards in #13. CPC (Children’s Product Certificate)
Reseller1. Product or packaging photos showing compliance with the same standards as above2. CPC (Children’s Product Certificate)3. Proof of Purchase
Children's Skateboarding HelmetsManufacturer, Importer, and Repacker1. Product or packaging photos showing compliance with all of the following standards: - CPSIA (Lead) - CPSA 14(a)(5) (Tracking Label) - 16 CFR Part 1203 (Safety Standard for Bicycle Helmets) - 16 CFR Parts 1500.19 & 1500.20 (Small Parts Labeling)** - 16 CFR Part 1501 (Small Parts Testing)* AND any one of the following: - ASTM F1447-18 - ASTM F1898-22 - Snell B-90A - Snell B-952. Test report from a CPSC-approved lab showing compliance with all of the standards in #13. CPC (Children’s Product Certificate)
Reseller1. Product or packaging photos showing compliance with the same standards as above2. CPC (Children’s Product Certificate)3. Proof of Purchase
Children's Scooter HelmetsManufacturer, Importer, and Repacker1. Product or packaging photos showing compliance with all of the following standards: - CPSIA (Lead) - CPSA 14(a)(5) (Tracking Label) - 16 CFR Part 1203 (Safety Standard for Bicycle Helmets) - 16 CFR Parts 1500.19 & 1500.20 (Small Parts Labeling)** - 16 CFR Part 1501 (Small Parts Testing)* AND any one of the following: - ASTM F1447-18 - ASTM F1898-22 - Snell B-90A - Snell B-952. Test report from a CPSC-approved lab showing compliance with all of the standards in #13. CPC (Children’s Product Certificate)
Reseller1. Product or packaging photos showing compliance with the same standards as above2. CPC (Children’s Product Certificate)3. Proof of Purchase
Children's Water Sports HelmetsManufacturer, Importer, and Repacker1. Product or packaging photos2. Test report3. CPC (Children’s Product Certificate)4. GCC (General Certificate of Conformity)
Reseller1. Product or packaging photos2. Proof of Purchase
Notes: Small Parts Labeling is required only for helmets with small parts designed, intended, or marketed for children ages 3 to under 6.
** Small Parts Testing is required only for helmets designed, intended, or marketed for children under age 3.

Choking Hazard Warning Label ⚠️

Children’s products that meet the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) criteria for choking hazards must include a clear choking hazard warning label. TikTok Shop requires all sellers to:
  • Ensure the choking hazard warning is clearly displayed in the product listing.
  • Include a compliant warning label on product packaging.
Common examples of products that may require this warning include, but are not limited to, certain jewelry and accessories that contain small parts which may detach and pose a choking hazard.
For more information, refer to the Choking Hazard Warning Label Policy.

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, but is not limited to:
  • Rejecting your category qualification application
  • Deducting points from your account health
  • Removing product listings
For more information on enforcement actions, see our Seller Enforcement Policy. If you'd like to appeal an enforcement action, visit the Appeals section.

How to Submit Your Documentation

Submit your documentation via the Qualification Center in Seller Center. Click here or follow these steps:
  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.
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How To Address A Category Qualification Rejection

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If your application is rejected, you’ll receive a message explaining the reason. Most rejections are due to missing documentation. Review this policy to make sure you’ve met all requirements.
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:
  1. Go to the Qualification Center, then click Category Qualification.
  2. Click the rejected category to view the rejection reason.
  3. Review the related category policy to confirm what’s needed
  4. Update or replace your documentation to meet the category’s requirements.
  5. Click Resubmit to submit your revised application.