Manufacturers and sellers of unlicensed radio frequency devices, including consumer electronics like smartphones, routers, wireless speakers, medical devices, industrial equipment, and any device that transmits RF signals without FCC licensing
This is a federal FCC regulation that sets technical standards and compliance requirements for radio frequency (RF) devices that operate without a license. It covers everything from Wi-Fi routers and Bluetooth devices to wireless microphones and medical equipment, requiring manufacturers to ensure their devices don't cause harmful electromagnetic interference to other equipment.
Requirements
Devices must not cause harmful interference to licensed or other unlicensed RF services
Devices must accept interference from other authorized sources
Equipment must be tested and certified to meet specific RF emission limits depending on device type
Different rules apply to unintentional radiators (devices that emit RF as a byproduct) versus intentional radiators (devices designed to transmit)
Why it matters
Selling non-compliant RF devices can result in FCC enforcement action, product seizures, significant fines, and damage to your seller reputation—and if you import or sell devices without proper FCC certification, your listings will be removed.
All TikTok Shop sellers listing electronic products, including computers, phones, smart home devices, power tools, beauty devices, automotive electronics, and similar items
TikTok Shop requires sellers of electronic products to pass category qualification by submitting documentation that proves they are authorized to sell these items. Requirements differ based on whether you're a manufacturer, importer, reseller, or fulfillment partner, and additional documentation is needed for children's electronic products and refurbished items.
Requirements
Manufacturers, importers, and repackers must submit a Certification of Compliance or Conformity (COC) issued within the last 2 years that matches the product category
Category qualification documentation must be submitted through the Qualification Center
Electronic Children's Products and Refurbished Electronic Products require additional documents beyond the base requirements
Electronic products are also subject to TikTok's separate Restricted Products Policy
Why it matters
Failure to submit proper documentation will result in rejection of your listings and inability to sell in the electronic products category.
TikTok Shop sellers listing household appliances, including general electronic appliances (kettles, vacuums, fans), energy-labeled appliances (dryers, refrigerators, air conditioners), CO2 soda makers, and EPA-labeled products (mosquito killers, home sterilizers).
To sell household appliances on TikTok Shop, you must qualify through the Qualification Center by submitting specific documentation that proves you're authorized to sell these products. The documents you need depend on whether you're a manufacturer, importer, repackager, or reseller. Household appliances are also subject to TikTok's Restricted Products Policy, so you must follow both sets of rules.
Requirements
Manufacturers/importers/repackers must submit: Certificate of Compliance (issued within 2 years, matching your product category with detailed specs) and product/packaging images showing valid Product Electrical Safety Marking and FCC Safety Marking (if applicable)
Resellers must submit: legible purchase invoice from the product manufacturer showing supplier details and product information
All safety markings must be securely affixed and lay flat with no creases or peeling
Comply with both these requirements and TikTok's Restricted Products Policy
Why it matters
Without passing qualification and submitting the correct documentation, you won't be able to list household appliances on TikTok Shop, and non-compliant listings risk rejection or account restrictions.
