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Before listing your item, make sure it's allowed on eBay and find out if there are specific rules and conditions on how it should be listed. See the list of prohibited and restricted items below and click the product category for information about the policies. Sellers also need to make sure that the sale of their item complies with all laws.
Make sure your listing follows these guidelines. If it doesn't, it may be removed, and you may be subject to a range of other actions, including restrictions of your buying and selling privileges and suspension of your account.
Understanding the rules
Here are some basic things to keep in mind when listing your items on eBay:
| Our policies are often based on country and state laws, although in some cases, they may also be based on input from our members and our own discretion, especially for dangerous or sensitive items. For example, see our offensive material policy.
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| Be sure to read our policies before listing items. Follow our guidelines and review our examples so you know beforehand what you can and can't sell on eBay (note that examples are not an exhaustive list).
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| When selling internationally, be sure to read our guidelines on international trading and import restrictions. Although certain items may be legal to sell in your country, they might be illegal elsewhere.
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| The list of prohibited and restricted items below covers things that can be listed under certain conditions and things that can't be listed at all. In our medicine and healthcare products policy, for example, while many items aren't allowed (like contact lenses), others are allowed under certain conditions (including certain types of medical instruments).
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Prohibited items
These items may not be listed on eBay:
Restricted items
These items may only be listed on eBay under certain conditions:
Potentially infringing
These items may infringe certain copyrights or trademarks:
Reporting policy breaches
If you see a listing that breaches eBay policies, please report it by clicking the Report item link in the listing, or by clicking the Report link or Contact Us button located on most of our help pages. When a policy breach occurs, we email the seller and the bidders or the buyer to let them know that the listing has been removed from eBay.
FAQs
Examples of prohibited items are dangerous toys, cars that don't protect their occupants in a crash, bush meat, or illegal substances like absinthe and Rohypnol. Restricted means that special licenses or permits are required from a federal agency before the item is allowed to enter the United States.
What is the prohibited item? ›
Prohibited Items means any goods or materials the carriage of which is prohibited by any law, rule or regulation of any country in or over which the shipment travels; Sample 1Sample 2Sample 3.
What are restricted shipping items? ›
Prohibited and Restricted Items for U.S. Import/Export
- Alcoholic beverages*
- Animal products, non-domesticated (e.g. mother of pearl inlay, snakeskin watchband)
- Articles of unusual value.
- Biological substances, Category B and exempt human or animal specimens.
- Dangerous goods.
- Electronic cigarettes.
- Firearms and weapons.
- Furs.
These restrictions may include food, pets, and medications. Even some over-the-counter medications are not allowed in some countries. Check the Country Information page for your destination to find contact information for its embassy or consulate in the United States.
What food is not allowed to bring to us? ›
Prohibited or restricted items may include meats, fresh fruits and vegetables, plants, seeds, soil and products made from animal or plant materials. For generally allowed food items please visit USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service.
What is the difference between prohibited and restricted? ›
What's the difference between prohibited and restricted goods? While forbidden – in this case prohibited – goods are not tradable under any circ*mstances, restricted items are importable under certain conditions with the necessary approvals from the relevant CA.
What are restricted goods? ›
These are goods, whose importation require a permit issued by a Regulatory Authority or are subject to quantitative restrictions.
What is a restricted item? ›
(ii) restricted items, imports of which are allowed against an authorisation or in accordance with a public notice which indicates the conditions under which the items can be imported.
What is considered restricted delivery USPS? ›
What Is Restricted Delivery? The USPS offers a service called Restricted Delivery, which guarantees that your mail is only delivered to the addressee. Restricted Delivery is designed for sensitive mail such as confidential legal documents, important contracts, classified documents, and high-value packages or papers.
What does shipping restriction mean? ›
If an item is restricted, it means that it can be shipped — but your shipment must meet USPS requirements, in addition to all federal, state and local laws that apply to the restricted item before its deemed acceptable for USPS shipping.
The Prohibition era was the period from 1920 to 1933 when the United States prohibited the production, importation, transportation, and sale of alcoholic beverages.
What is restrict imports? ›
Trade restrictions are typically undertaken in an effort to protect companies and workers in the home economy from competition by foreign firms. A protectionist policy is one in which a country restricts the importation of goods and services produced in foreign countries.
What items need to be declared at customs? ›
You must declare all items you purchased and are carrying with you upon return to the United States, including gifts for other people as well as items you bought for yourself. This includes duty-free items purchased in foreign countries, as well as any merchandise you intend to sell or use in your business.
What is not allowed in a carry-on bag? ›
Firearms, ammunition, and fireworks are prohibited, as are all knives and safety razors (including pocket knives and Swiss Army knives). Straight razors and replacement blades for straight razors are also not allowed. Most tools also cannot be packed in carry-on luggage, as they have the potential to cause harm.
Can I take snacks through US customs? ›
Travelers entering the United States must declare all food products on U.S. Customs forms or be subject to significant penalties.
Do you have to declare olive oil at customs? ›
As a general rule, condiments, vinegars, oils, packaged spices, honey, coffee and tea are admissible. Because rice can often harbor insects, it is best to avoid bringing it into the United States. Some imported foods are also subject to requirements of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
What happens if TSA finds a prohibited item? ›
Individuals/Travelers
TSA may impose civil penalties of up to $14,950 per violation per person. This table outlines some of the penalties that may be imposed on individuals for prohibited items violations and violations of other TSA regulations.
Do you have prohibited items in your baggage required? ›
List of Prohibited items in Cabin Baggage: Dry cell batteries. Knives, scissors, Swiss army knives and other sharp instruments. Toy replicas of fire arms and ammunition.
What is prohibited in carry-on luggage? ›
Firearms, ammunition, and fireworks are prohibited, as are all knives and safety razors (including pocket knives and Swiss Army knives). Straight razors and replacement blades for straight razors are also not allowed. Most tools also cannot be packed in carry-on luggage, as they have the potential to cause harm.
What are you not allowed to bring in your suitcase? ›
Explosives and flammable items, such as fireworks, gas, and aerosols. Poisonous and toxic substances, including pesticides and certain chemicals. Lithium batteries and other hazardous materials, as these can pose a safety risk if not handled properly.
