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AddedTikTok Shop: Regulated and Evidence-Based Claims Requirements
Made in USA Claims
"All or virtually all" of the product must be made in the United States.
Summary
Presentation change: Made in USA claims section restructured within existing regulated claims guidance. FTC requirement that "all or virtually all" product be US-made restated with examples. No new regulatory requirement introduced.
Green marketing claims, such as "eco-friendly" or "biodegradable," must follow FTC guidelines.These claims must be substantiated to prevent misleading consumers. | These claims must be substantiated to prevent misleading consumers.
Summary
FTC Green Guides section moved into visible policy documentation. Examples of environmental claims (compostable, biodegradable, paraben-free, etc.) and substantiation requirement restated. No new regulatory obligation introduced.
AddedTikTok Shop: Regulated and Evidence-Based Claims Requirements
Non-GMO Claims
Must be truthful and not misleading under FDA standards.Assures consumers that the product does not contain genetically modified organisms. | Assures consumers that the product does not contain genetically modified organisms.
Summary
Non-GMO claims section restructured and clarified with expanded examples. No new regulatory requirements introduced—existing FDA standards and truthfulness mandates remain unchanged.
AddedTikTok Shop: Regulated and Evidence-Based Claims Requirements
Structure/Function Claims
Do not require FDA pre-approval. They must include a disclaimer stating they are not FDA-evaluated.
Summary
Structure/Function Claims section reorganized and clarified with formatted examples. No new regulatory requirements introduced—existing FDA guidance restated with improved readability and example layout.
AddedTikTok Shop: Regulated and Evidence-Based Claims Requirements
Nutrient Content Claims
Nutrient content claims describe the amount of a nutrient in a product. | These claims must meet FDA-defined thresholds.
Summary
Policy content reorganized to isolate Nutrient Content Claims as a distinct subsection with examples. No new regulatory thresholds or requirements introduced—existing FDA standards restated in clearer structure.
AddedTikTok Shop: Regulated and Evidence-Based Claims Requirements
Health Claims
These claims must be authorized by the FDA and supported by scientific evidence.
Summary
Health claims section restructured and clarified with concrete FDA-authorized examples. No new regulatory requirements introduced—existing FDA-mandated rules restated for navigation.
AddedTikTok Shop: Regulated and Evidence-Based Claims Requirements
AI Summary
One-line takeaway: Regulated claims must be truthful, substantiated, and match official US standards. | Red Lines & Compliance: ① Use only claims on the original product label ② Verify with manufacturers or certifiers ③ Unsupported or misleading claims are not
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Policy restructured with new AI Summary section. Core regulated claims rules (health, nutrient, organic, gluten-free, non-GMO, environmental, Made in USA) remain unchanged. Added navigation clarity and actionable steps framework without new substantive requirements.
RemovedTikTok Shop: Regulated and Evidence-Based Claims Requirements
Regulated Claims: What You Need to Know
Regulated Claims: What You Need to Know02/26/2026Key Points: Regulated claims must be truthful, evidence-based, and follow FDA, USDA, or FTC standards. Common regulated claims include health, nutrient content, organic, and gluten-free claims. Using claims inco
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Guidance content reformatted from article narrative to structured AI summary format. No new requirements introduced; existing regulated claim rules (FDA/USDA/FTC health, nutrient, organic, gluten-free, non-GMO, environmental, Made in USA) remain unchanged.
AddedTikTok Shop: Guide to Product Detail Page (PDP) Compliance
AI Summary
One-line takeaway: Update every listing’s CA Prop 65 and CPSC choking hazard declaration. | Actionable Steps: ① Go to Seller Portal > Account Settings > Qualification Center ② select product and Upload ③ choose Yes/No or warning type, then Update
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An AI Summary section was added to the PDP Compliance guide, reformatting existing CA Prop 65 and CPSC choking-hazard requirements into bullet-point quick-reference format. No new substantive requirements introduced.
RemovedTikTok Shop: Guide to Product Detail Page (PDP) Compliance
Your Guide to Product Detail Page (PDP) Compliance
Your Guide to Product Detail Page (PDP) Compliance02/26/2026Manage Product As a Tik Tok Shop seller, you must indicate “Yes” or “No” for each product listed under both the California Proposition 65 (CA Prop 65) and U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPS
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Guidance document removed/archived. CA Prop 65 and CPSC choking hazard declaration requirements remain unchanged. No new rules introduced, only instructional content de-published.
Cosmetic Product Listing Number (CPLN) for general cosmetics | Certificate of Compliance ✅
Summary
TikTok Shop now requires FDA documentation for cosmetics, OTC drugs, medical devices, and regulated tools: CPLN, NDC, 510(k) notification, device registration, and certificates of compliance with manufacturer details and testing standards.
The full product and its packaging | Any required safety markings (for electronics) or expiration dates (for perishable products)
Summary
Product photo requirements for category qualification moved from embedded examples to dedicated section. No new requirements added—specifications already existed in prior policy.
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.
Summary
Restructured rejection-handling instructions into numbered step-by-step format. No new requirements added—existing process of reviewing rejection messages, updating documentation, and resubmitting applications remains unchanged.
Tip: If you don’t have the documents, contact your supplier or manufacturer. They’re usually required to provide them.To submit your application: | Select Qualification Center, then click Category Qualification.
One-line takeaway: Category qualification is required for some products before listing on TikTok Shop. | Core Value/Change: ① Covers approval-required categories and links to each policy ② Explains why applications are rejected ③ Helps sellers prepare before r
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Policy page restructured to add AI-generated summary section at top with one-line takeaway, core values, required materials, actionable steps, and immediate next actions. Underlying category qualification requirements and documentation standards remain unchanged.
RemovedTikTok Shop: Guide to Category Qualification
Your Guide to Category Qualification
Your Guide to Category Qualification02/25/2026Key Points: Some product types need category qualification before they can be listed. This article won’t fix every rejection. It does share application requirements and where to find the right policy. Many categori
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Content restructured into concise AI summary format with same category qualification, documentation, and reapplication requirements. No new substantive rules added.
AddedTikTok Shop: Guide to Obtaining a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
Step 7: Upload the SDS in
Step 8: Final checks before uploading (SDS quality checklist)
Summary
New Step 8 added as a quality checklist before SDS upload. This is a presentation addition reorganizing the SDS submission guidance; no new substantive requirements introduced beyond existing SDS standards.