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Added a recall notice for children's clothing with drawstrings that pose a strangulation hazard, violating federal safety regulations and requiring immediate removal of drawstrings and product return for refund.

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Policy now explicitly defines "connected accounts" as sharing contact info, payment details, ownership, devices/systems, or business resources. Violation triggers enforcement action against all connected accounts simultaneously.

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Baby product prohibitions (child vitamins/supplements under 3, beaded teethers, weighted swaddles, drop-side cribs, co-sleepers, crib bumpers) removed from prohibited products policy.

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The removal of appeals processes for violations drastically limits sellers' ability to contest decisions, thus raising penalty severity.

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Buyer PII violation examples removed from enforcement policy section. Full content now appears in updated policy context with identical prohibitions and enforcement consequences intact.

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The removal of the Deferred Settlement Period policy eliminates seller penalties, including fund withdrawals and potential legal actions for policy breaches, drastically reducing enforcement actions against sellers.

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The removal of specific enforcement actions could lead to reduced seller accountability and compliance with platform standards, increasing violation risk.

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New requirements for selling Children's Bicycle Helmets now include detailed compliance documentation and product photos that meet multiple safety standards, including CPSIA and ASTM certification.

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TikTok added a "Build a Regular Clean-up Process" section with nine maintenance steps for discount video compliance: validate offers, avoid exaggerated claims, ensure timing clarity, monitor offer status, align messaging, resolve violations quickly, audit past videos, delete expired content, and reduce accumulated risk.

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Added clarification that enforcement notifications must specify the reason, action taken, and whether suspension is temporary or permanent. No new enforcement action introduced.

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New "Corrective Action Plan" section added specifying concrete remediation actions sellers must take to address product safety issues: defect removal, quality control improvements, labeling updates, supplier changes, and fulfillment process adjustments.

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CPSC added a recall warning for VBauya crib bumpers due to suffocation risk, instructing consumers to stop use and dispose of them immediately and prohibiting resale or giveaway.

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Updated recall information for multiple products including toys with accessible button cell batteries, bed rails with entrapment and laceration hazards, and mattresses failing flammability standards, requiring immediate consumer action and product destruction or repair.

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6 identical policy violations within 90 days triggers immediate e-commerce ban and commission freeze, bypassing Creator Health Rating protections. Shop deactivation blocks linked creator accounts simultaneously.

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New recall added for bicycle helmets that fail mandatory safety standards, requiring immediate consumer action to stop use, destroy the product, and seek refunds from specified firms.

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The updated Seller Enforcement Policy outlines new enforcement actions for sellers violating platform policies and performance standards, including account suspensions and fund withholding based on Account Health Ratings (AHR).

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Enforcement actions replaced "warning messages" and "violation points" with direct "Account Health Rating deductions." Removes pre-suspension warnings; violations now immediately impact seller reputation scoring.

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New recall requirements for helmets, mattresses, bed rails, and chemical products mandate immediate consumer action including product destruction, refund or replacement, and compliance with safety standards such as positional stability, labeling, certification, flammability, and child-resistant packaging.

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Formatting update: "TikTok" branded language changed to "Tik Tok" throughout shipping policy. No substantive rule changes to requirements, enforcement actions, or seller obligations.

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Consumers are warned to immediately stop using and not sell VBauya crib bumpers due to suffocation risks, and to dispose of them properly.

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The policy now explicitly prohibits the sale of human body parts, remains, and mortuary products under the hazardous and dangerous items category.

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Added explicit restrictions on crude, vulgar, and disturbing products and content, including potentially disturbing humor, explicit language, profanity, and offensive expressions, as ineligible for the Shop Tab.

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Three safety products removed from prohibited list: smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, and Type I-III PFDs. Fire extinguishers of specified types also delisted. Policy restructured but prohibition framework remains unchanged.

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New explicit prohibition: sellers cannot list human body parts, remains, or mortuary products (caskets, urns, burial vaults, embalming supplies). Exception: human hair wigs remain permitted.

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Added new misleading pricing violation: frequent or repeated price changes within short periods that prevent stable/established selling price. Sellers must now maintain price stability or face compliance risk.

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TikTok added two new mandatory hazmat listing attributes for lithium metal batteries: Capacity (grams) and Weight (grams). Sellers must populate both fields before enforcement begins March 6, 2025.

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Addition of Pre-Owned Products: Luxury Apparel, Fine Jewelry, and Luxury Watches to the Restricted Products Policy. Sellers must comply with specific qualification requirements to list these products.

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Added the requirement for resellers and manufacturers to submit documentation to sell Electronic Instruments under the Toys and Hobby Products category.

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CPSC recall database entry updated: Wyze Solar Cam Pan recall now includes detailed assembly instructions, safe disposal guidance, expanded recall scope (321,360 units vs prior incomplete detail), and remedy options (replacement, refund, gift card).

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Added new prohibited category: "Medicines, Medical Devices, and Medicinal Supplements." Section heading inserted but full policy text not yet populated in snapshot.

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Added nine new prohibited product categories under Services and Virtual Products: custom documents, exam solutions, real estate services, MLM schemes, sex acts, surrogacy, unlicensed gambling bundles, and unauthorized streaming devices.

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New automated partial refund feature available: sellers can set rules to automatically issue 10–50% refunds ($5–$50) for wrong item, damage, defect, missing parts, or mismatched description on items priced $10–$100 in returnable categories.

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TikTok Shop now requires sellers to provide complete sizing information for fashion items (apparel, bras, shoes) and dimensions (length, width, height, volume) for non-fashion items in product listings.

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New product recall information added for multiple products including tower stools, ATVs, pressure washers, and light fixtures, detailing serious safety hazards and required consumer actions such as stopping use and obtaining free repairs or refunds.

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Added detailed steps for sellers appealing intellectual property violations by proving they have permission from the IP owner, including selecting a specific appeal reason and uploading supporting documents matching official IP owner names.

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Removed "Alcohol, Tobacco, and E-cigarettes" and "Animal, Animal-Related Products, Protected Wildlife, and Plants" section headers from policy snapshot; prohibited items remain listed in expanded policy context under same categories with detailed restrictions intact.

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Two specific automotive product prohibitions removed: car electronics with batteries exceeding 15,000 Amps and combustible fuels. Vehicles remain banned; specific fuel/battery language deleted from policy.

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Policy now requires sellers to document test orders with order ID, date, customer name, test indicator, and cancellation rationale. Maximum 30 test orders permitted. Added detailed submission requirements for cancellation rate appeals.

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Newly prohibited: Beaded amber teething jewelry and beaded teethers made from amber, wood, silicone, or any other materials. Sellers must ensure compliance or risk penalties.

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Test report section restructured into standalone subsection with itemized requirements. No new substantive requirements added; all details already appeared in prior policy text.

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New "Security and Privacy Products" category added prohibiting sale of personal information access, data-stealing software, hidden recording devices, and products that violate privacy rights.

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Four product categories are now non-returnable: food/beverages/supplements, live plants/seeds/flowers, trading cards/collectibles, and pre-owned items. Sellers must update refund policies and listing descriptions accordingly.

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Section title clarified from "How To avoid Nudity and Sexualized Content Guide" to "How To Avoid Nudity and Sexualized Content"; opening best-practice bullet added but rule content already documented in prior policy.

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Appeal Requirements section now explicitly lists documentation requirements: customer confirmation screenshot and logistics delivery confirmation image. These were previously stated in body text but not visibly extracted as discrete appeal requirements.

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FAQ section added to Seller-Fault Cancellation Rate policy clarifying inventory, pricing, compliance, and FBT mitigation tools. No new enforcement thresholds or penalties introduced.

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Surprise Set product type renamed to "Card Break" with new product-category-matching requirement: all break purchasers must receive items from the same category as advertised (e.g., baseball cards only in baseball breaks).

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The CPSC recall database section listing active product recalls, including serious safety hazards for tower stools and ATVs, was removed from the policy source.

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The recall information for certain bicycle helmets that violated safety standards and posed serious injury risks has been removed from the CPSC recall database.

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Medicines, medical devices, and medicinal supplements are newly added to the list of prohibited products that sellers cannot list or sell on the platform.

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Section on "Discriminatory and Offensive Products" removed from old policy snapshot but content migrated into consolidated Prohibited Products Policy document. No substantive rule change—same prohibitions appear in new policy context.

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Policy list reorganized from embedded red lines into structured "Not Allowed" section. Same six prohibitions (off-platform redirects, unauthorized brands, all-caps, symbols, unverified claims, irrelevant content) restated without new requirements or enforcement changes.

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Policy guide restructured to explicitly list "Key Elements" (Title, Description, Brand, Images, Variations, Legal Notices) and separate "Best Practices" and "Not Allowed" sections. No new substantive requirements added.

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Two new policy topics added to Policy Pulse: OTDR Updates for TikTok Shipping and Beauty & Personal Care Expiration/Shelf Life Requirements. These appear as table-of-contents entries linking to detailed guidance documents elsewhere.

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Lock picking tools, theft devices, and new medical product prohibitions (PEDs, CBD beauty, unlicensed medicines) formally added to prohibited list with federal citations and WADA/USADA reference.

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New mandatory delay notice requirement: sellers must notify customers within 30 days if unable to ship, providing revised date or reason + automatic order cancellation/refund if customer doesn't consent to renewed delay.

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Policy now explicitly codifies 2-business-day (≤$100) and 4-business-day (>$100) review windows for virtual goods returns. Non-action triggers auto-approval of refunds by TikTok Shop.

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New section prohibits video editing tactics designed to evade detection: layered videos, frame insertion, format disguise. Requires native upload format and continuous narrative integrity.

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TikTok Shop now explicitly reserves right to unilaterally deduct funds from seller accounts to resolve negative balances after account deactivation, without requiring seller consent or prior settlement attempt.

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Removal of specific product recall entries from CPSC public database page. No new regulatory requirements or enforcement actions introduced.

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Removed guidance on permitted marketing practices for collectibles. New policy now requires Certificate of Authenticity from approved authenticators, clear product images, and accurate condition details. Shop Performance Score ≥2.5 required to offer breaks.

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The policy removed the prohibition on certain classes and types of medical devices previously referenced under the Prohibited Products Policy.

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Added best practices for expiration date labeling and shelf life, reinforcing enforcement actions such as account health point deductions, listing removals, sales access revocation, and customer refunds for violations like product dating fraud and mislabeling.

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Detected wording changed in this section; review the saved diff for exact added and removed rule text.

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TikTok Shop will enforce stricter penalties for sellers with serious or repeated tracking information violations, including extended settlement periods beyond standard timelines.

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TikTok Shop is strengthening enforcement against inaccurate tracking information, imposing stricter penalties on sellers with serious or repeated violations, including extended settlement periods.

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New partial refund offer mechanism added: sellers cannot modify refund amounts; buyers keep items; single-use per item with 48-hour response deadline or automatic standard return process triggered.

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TikTok now explicitly reserves the right to place accounts under Deferred Settlement if negative balance is suspected to be linked to fraudulent, deceptive, illegal, or harmful activities.

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TikTok Shop may now remove or limit promotional placement for listings not meeting Shop Tab visibility standards. Some permitted products are ineligible for Shop Tab promotion.

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Added contact information for the Small Business Ombudsman team to provide guidance on water bead toy safety compliance.

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The policy section restricting branded content related to prescription medicines in specific markets, including Canada and the United States, has been removed entirely.

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Enforcement actions section removed from old snapshot; enforcement details now integrated into new policy narrative. Enforcement actions (account points, listing removal, access revocation, refunds) are still in effect but presented differently in reorganized policy structure.

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Prohibited Products policy restructured with expanded detail, clearer categorization, and actionable compliance steps. No new prohibited items added; existing restrictions reorganized into 18+ categories with specificity and examples.

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Removal of the prohibited products list means sellers can list previously restricted items. Key violations now lack defined restrictions and consequences.

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Items prohibited for sale now explicitly include illegal, unsafe, counterfeit, recalled, and regulated products. Sellers must comply with TikTok's expanded definitions of prohibited items, even if locally legal.

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Appeal categories consolidated: "Address undeliverable" folded into "Customer-related issues"; "Warehouse Disruptions" renamed to "Logistics Service Provider Liability" with force majeure definition added. Substance unchanged; appeal appeal criteria preserved.

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New documented process for partial product sync: PIM serves as inventory/pricing source; Channel Advisor pulls updates every 30 minutes; TikTok Shop auto-revises listings immediately upon successful data receipt.

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New mandatory waiting period guidance: sellers must wait up to 72 hours for TikTok governance review before pushing new feed/sync; failure to wait may cause conflicts or sync failure after 7-day timeout window.

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TikTok now explicitly requires sellers listing lithium-ion or lithium-metal batteries to fill "Battery or Cell weight" field in addition to existing capacity/packing/count requirements. Missing data blocks listing sync.

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Product listing update schedule clarified: attributes sync every 8 hours; price/quantity sync every 30 minutes. No new requirements introduced—timeline already existed in prior policy documentation.

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Newly added requirement for sellers to provide documentation for Baby and Maternity Products, indicating that some must meet Product Level Qualification.

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Sellers must now qualify to sell restricted products at category, product, or invite-only levels; approval is not guaranteed and additional documentation may be requested at any time.

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Detailed product attribute, certification, and hazmat guidance removed from knowledge base. Consolidated content now appears in streamlined summary-format document with key timelines and actionable steps intact.

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Policy now explicitly states TikTok may revoke seller access and issue refunds as enforcement actions for toys/hobby violations. This extends previously outlined penalties (app rejection, health score deduction, listing removal).

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Choking hazard warning section was restructured and moved within the policy document. No new requirements added; existing CPSC compliance obligations restated in expanded format with product examples.

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Purchase Invoice requirements for toy resellers clarified: supplier name/address, issue date (within 365 days), matching product details/quantities, English language. Requirements already existed in old policy context.

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New requirements mandate that manufacturers, importers, and repackers submit a Certification of Compliance or Conformity (COC) within 2 years for selling products. The COC must detail tested safety standards and match product listings accurately.

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New regulations mandate valid electrical safety markings on electronic toys, detailing that stickers must be flat and well-adhered, with specific requirements for FCC markings on Bluetooth/WiFi devices.

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Tracking label photo requirements were reorganized into a standalone section with identical substantive requirements (manufacturer name, production location/date, batch/run number, source identification, English language). No new requirements added.

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The new requirements for the Children's Product Certificate (CPC) mandate additional details, including the manufacturer's address and recent compliance test dates, among others, to ensure product safety and compliance when selling toys and hobby products.

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This change updates the language regarding category qualification for Toys and Hobby Products. It requires sellers to complete category qualification to sell these products and emphasizes compliance with CPSC regulations, including choking hazard warnings.

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The policy now includes new enforcement actions, such as rejecting category qualification applications and revoking access to sell products.

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New requirement: choking hazard warnings must be visibly included in product listings and on packaging for Kids' Fashion Products.

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New requirements for those reselling kids' fashion products necessitate proof of compliance with the Children's Product Certificate (CPC) and relevant safety standards, including proof of purchase.

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Purchase invoices for Kids' Fashion Products now require specific details: supplier's name, date of issue within 365 days, matching product details and quantities, and must be in English.

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New requirements for product photos in Kids' Fashion Products include showing all sides and ensuring visibility of packaging and tracking details.

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New Children's Product Certificate (CPC) requirements mandate specific information regarding manufacturers, compliance testing, and certification in English to sell Kids' Fashion Products.

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Policy header clarified: added explicit statement that page covers "category qualification and product listing review requirements only" and sellers must independently ensure CPSC regulatory compliance. No new substantive requirements introduced.

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Prohibited seller communication rules on minor exploitation, grooming, CSAM, and harassment restructured and clarified. No new enforcement actions or requirements introduced.

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Old detailed before-sales and after-sales customer service sections removed and consolidated into simplified policy summary. 24-hour response requirement and accuracy rules restated verbally but now embedded in broader "professional service" language.

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Electrical safety marking requirements for baby/maternity products restated with visual standards: stickers must be flat with no creases/peeling, double stickers prohibited, FCC marking required for Bluetooth/WiFi devices.

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New FDA documentation requirement for Class I medical devices: sellers must submit screenshots of FDA Establishment Registration and Device Listing from FURLS, including establishment name, address, operation type, and validity confirmation. All documents must be authentic and unmodified.

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Purchase Invoice requirements added under Baby and Maternity Reseller section: supplier name/address, issue date (within 365 days), matching product details/quantities, English language. Requirement already existed in policy context; change is structural extraction/clarification.

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Added explicit distinction between prohibited and restricted products. Prohibited items cannot be sold; restricted items may be sold with required approval and qualification pathway completion.

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New prohibited category added: Official Government or Military Items and Other Restricted Equipment. Sellers must identify and remove any gov/military items from listings to avoid enforcement.

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Five new food product categories prohibited: perishable foods, baby food for children under 3, baby formula, non-retail-packaged foods, and all homemade foods. Violations trigger listing removal or account penalties.

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TikTok expanded prohibited drugs and weapons lists to include new psychoactive substances, designer drugs, simulation guns, replica weapons, self-defense keychains, and weapon-adjacent items.

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TikTok added comprehensive prohibitions on Body and Mental Wellness products: self-harm/suicide-related items, mental health disorder glorification, weight loss/gain supplements, GLP-branded products, and disordered eating content. Violations trigger listing removal and account penalties.

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Four new cosmetics restrictions added: medical-use products banned, FDA-recalled cosmetics prohibited, FDA-restricted ingredients banned, and skin-lightening/bleaching products strictly prohibited (brightening and spot-reducing allowed).

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Added clarification: product listings support maximum 6 image uploads in JPG/PNG format, no larger than 5 MB per file. This restates existing image submission requirements without introducing new constraints.

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New "Package Not Received" refund policy: customers can claim refund post-delivery; sellers have 2-4 business days to respond by price tier. Non-response triggers auto-approval. For items >$300 or FBT orders, TikTok reviews on seller's behalf.

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New mandatory refund rule: product mismatches, defects, or wrong items require full refund in original payment method (no store credit). Sellers may alternatively replace with equivalent/better functionality item.

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New auto-approval mechanism for non-returnable items: sellers must act within 2 business days ($≤$100) or 4 days (>$100) or TikTok auto-approves refunds. Added customer appeal right overriding seller decisions on non-returnable refunds.

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Lucky Scoop Crystals products designated as Final Sale with no returns accepted except for package not received, damage, defects, missing items, or wrong item sent—all requiring seller evidence for claims.

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New Customer Service-Initiated Partial Refund process introduced. Sellers must respond within 2–4 business days (by price tier) or face automatic approval. Sellers cannot modify refund amounts or appeal auto-refunds from rule errors.

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Refund Range parameter now required in Auto-Approve Refund rules. Sellers must set price thresholds for automatic refunds without returns; errors lock appeals and create financial liability.

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TikTok auto-enables returnless refunds for items $0.01–$10.00 on non-seller-fault returns. Sellers bear 100% refund cost for customer-initiated returns (no longer needed, doesn't fit).

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Platform now auto-enables Refund without Return for all items under $10 purchase price. Sellers must absorb full refund cost for non-seller-fault reasons (no longer needed, wrong fit)—a new mandatory liability.

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New refund timing rules for undeliverable orders: orders ≥$200 no longer receive immediate refunds on failed delivery; sellers must wait for returned items. Sellers gain 10-30 day review window to approve/reject refunds; auto-approval after 30 days if no action taken.

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Returns for orders $100.01+ now require seller manual approval within 4 business days (vs. 2 previously). Customers have 30 days from approval to return; TikTok auto-approves if logistics provider fails delivery. Sellers lose returned items if return address not updated.

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New manual approval requirement for electronic orders $60.01–$100 with 2-business-day deadline when items remain undelivered 6+ days past estimated delivery.

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Added auto-approval thresholds for returns and refunds with seller response deadlines: 4 days for returns, 2 days for refunds ≤$100, 4 days for refunds >$100. Auto-approves if seller doesn't act.

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Added clarification that sellers may appeal order cancellations by contacting Customer Service with tracking, shipment, or delivery documentation. No new enforcement consequence or requirement introduced.

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New section permits item-level partial order cancellations for out-of-stock or stock damage on multi-SKU orders, but explicitly warns such cancellations negatively impact SFCR.

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Sellers now have 24-hour auto-approval timeline for cancellations before 2-business-day SLA. Failure to respond (upload tracking or approve) triggers automatic refund. Collectibles require seller approval regardless of shipping method.

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New mandatory 1-hour pending period blocks fulfillment post-order. TikTok auto-approves cancellations during this window. 24-hour auto-approval rule for seller non-response added. SFCR penalty for "Awaiting Shipment" cancellations introduced.

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CPSC added two new active product recalls: Solano Scirocco Onyx hair dryers (electrocution risk) and CPLRECR crib bumpers (suffocation risk). Both carry destruction instructions and prohibit resale.

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CPSC Recall Database updated with new recall entries (drain covers, interlock switches, heaters, dressers). This is a content update to the public database reflecting newly announced recalls—no changes to recall procedures or enforcement criteria.

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CPSC recall database page reorganized to reflect active recalls: Solano hair dryers, BDTROL/VBauya crib bumpers removed from listing; Tiny Land tents, Little Grape Land nursing pillows, and Broqixin drain covers added with updated remediation contact info.

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CPSC recall database page reorganized and updated with new recalled product entries (heated insoles, BDTROL crib bumpers). No new requirements for sellers; existing recall status and disposal guidance remain unchanged.

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Enforcement action examples (Account Health Rating deductions, listing removal, access revocation, refunds) moved from implicit to explicit in policy document. No new enforcement mechanisms introduced—existing practices clarified.

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VTR appeal rules moved to separate section: maximum 2 appeals per enforcement, 30-day deadline for first appeal, 15-day deadline for second appeal, 90-day account record retention.

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New appeal framework added for Seller-Fault Cancellation Rate enforcement: sellers can appeal SFCR violations twice within strict windows (30 days initial, 15 days for second), with seven defined acceptable scenarios including customer-initiated cancellations, carrier undeliverability, platform/ERP technical failures, and warehouse disruptions.

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New appeal process for SFCR enforcements: max 2 appeals per enforcement, initial appeal within 30 days, second appeal within 15 days of rejection. Auto-cancelled orders from severe violations are non-appealable.

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Brand authorization checklist now explicitly requires email domain matching brand holder, document letterhead verification, IP ownership declarations for unregistered marks, and strict "No brand" prohibition for branded products with listing removal enforcement.

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TikTok formalized eight prohibited practices in promotional content: low-quality content, misleading claims, irrelevant/unoriginal promotion, redirecting off-platform, gambling/gamification, violent/hateful content, dangerous clickbait, and risky weight-loss content. Added Video Pre-Check Tool and Product Selection Risk Reminder guidance.

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New counterfeit/knockoff detection rules: creators must verify product authenticity, branding, price parity, trademark authorization. Bans promotion of products with intentionally obscured or misspelled brand names, "inspired by" claims, and 50%+ design similarity knockoffs.

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Expanded originality requirements: new prohibitions on AI voiceovers, pre-recorded/screen-recording livestreams, manipulative editing tactics (layering, frame insertion, aspect ratio alteration), and stricter enforcement against script/trend reuse and self-reposting.

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CPSC recall database updated with four new active product recalls: high-powered magnets (22,624 units), magnetic balls (1,000 units), coin batteries (8,000 units), and luminous fidget spinners (1,000 units). All pose ingestion hazards to children.

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CPSC recall database entry removed: portable hook-on chairs (9,700 units) and resistance bands (9,700 units) with fatal fall and injury hazards. Removal indicates recall completed or data superseded—no new enforcement action.

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CPSC recall database updated product listings: BDTROL crib bumpers replaced with Asixxsix pool drain covers and VBauya crib bumpers. No new regulatory requirements introduced.

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CPSC recall database updated with new active product recalls (power switch malfunctions, unstable dressers, overheating sauna blankets, lounge chair pinch points, toy battery hazards). Database refreshed; no policy changes to compliance rules.

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Surprise Set randomization tool requirement and complete LIVE item disclosure removed. New focus: COA, condition clarity, SPS 2.5 minimum, and break eligibility limits.

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CPSC recall database updated with new product recall entry (glasses with button cell batteries) and increased unit count (700→2,900). No new regulatory requirements introduced; this is an update to active recalls tracked on government database.

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Account Health Rating definition clarified to specify it measures seller performance against policies and targets. No new enforcement actions or consequences introduced.

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New "Enforcement and Appeals" section added listing three enforcement actions: category qualification rejection, violation points assignment, and listing removal. This restates existing enforcement powers already operational.

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Sellers must now respond to all customer messages within 24 hours at 90%+ rate and maintain professional service. New prohibitions on harassment, off-platform solicitation, payment requests, and data misuse through TikTok Shop Chat.

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Removal of specific CPSC recall warnings for hazardous products including Solano Scirocco Onyx hair dryers and CPLRECR crib bumpers that pose serious injury or death risks.

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Infant formula advertising is now allowed only with TikTok sales representative approval, a local license, and restricted to audiences 18+; allowed only in specified provinces for certain age groups.

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New recall notices added for multiple hazardous products including coin batteries lacking child-resistant packaging and warning labels, malfunctioning pressure washers, and defective light fixtures, requiring immediate cessation of use and specific consumer actions for refunds or repairs.

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Removal of recall information regarding children's clothing with hazardous drawstrings that pose strangulation risks and violate federal safety regulations.

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Updated recall instructions for a water bottle with a hazardous inner glass liner that can break, causing serious injury or death; consumers must stop use and contact manufacturer for refund or free repair.

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Added recall notice for toys with a drumstick having a spherical end posing a choking hazard, requiring consumers to stop use, mark, photograph, and dispose of the product for a refund.

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New requirements mandate that Radio Frequency (RF) emitting electronic products sold on TikTok Shop must have a valid FCC ID matching the exact product listed, and mislabeling such products as toys or similar categories may lead to enforcement actions.

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Added explicit prohibitions against stating a product has no side effects, claiming full cures for arthritis beyond temporary pain relief, and associating products with unrelated medical conditions.

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Added specific examples of permissible medical claims allowing relief claims consistent with product Drug Facts labels, including pain relief up to 8 hours if stated on the label.

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Medical claims are now restricted to Over-the-Counter (OTC) drugs only when consistent with the Drug Facts label; all other products cannot make any medical claims implying diagnosis, treatment, cure, mitigation, or prevention of diseases without professional supervision.

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Sellers are now responsible for all return-related costs instead of sharing 50% with TikTok Shop, though additional subsidies may apply based on shop performance.

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Introduces auto-cancellation of orders if sellers fail to update order status to 'Awaiting collection' within the SLA, and outlines enforcement actions including warnings, suspensions, or bans for violations such as frequent cancellations or suspected fraud.

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Sellers must now appeal individual order cancellations by contacting Customer Service directly instead of using the Seller Center appeal and dispute process.

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Before-and-after photos and transformation imagery may not be used as evidence of a product's health, medical, or body-change efficacy. Side-by-side comparisons that imply the product caused a visible change are prohibited.

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Added a FAQ section to the Product Recall Policy addressing how to check recall status, violation points for recalled products, customer notification, and product reinstatement.

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New enforcement rules prohibit AI-generated false or exaggerated product effects and misleading product representations, especially using fabricated professional identities to promote health-related products.

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Added a new appeal reason 'You Believe The Violation Was Issued In Error' with steps to follow when appealing intellectual property violations.

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The product qualification metric name changed from 'Customer Experience Index' to 'Voice of Customer Index (VoC Index)' without altering the threshold or requirements.

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The Size Chart Tool guidance and related listing instructions were removed, consolidating product listing requirements to focus on clarity, truthfulness, and compliance with TikTok Shop policies, including prohibitions on deceptive or harmful listings.

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The Product Listing Policy section was removed, which previously detailed requirements for clear, truthful listings and prohibitions on deceptive or harmful behavior, including strict bans on listings related to CSAM, grooming, and counterfeit products.

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The policy removed the introductory text about streamlining product listing for Shopify sellers and replaced it with detailed, strict product listing requirements prohibiting deceptive, harmful, or misleading behavior, including bans on listings related to CSAM, grooming, sextortion, and targeting minors. Sellers must create clear, truthful listings and comply with TikTok Shop policies or face removal and enforcement actions.

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Selling virtual goods is now restricted to invite-only sellers who must obtain prior approval.

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Updated enforcement actions section with added details on virtual goods selling restrictions and made-to-order listing options.

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Appeal requirements expanded: customer-related issues now include shipment delays and non-response (previously cancellation-only); tracking timestamp field changed from "Pick Up" to "Package Awaiting Pickup Time"; warehouse renamed to "Logistics Service Provider"; platform error appeals now accept system maintenance notifications as evidence.

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TikTok restructured Hazmat guidance documentation into Q&A and instructional sections with battery type classifications. No new compliance deadlines or enforcement triggers introduced—existing March 6, 2025 enforcement date remains unchanged.

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Policy restructured with executive summary section added. Core IP rules (counterfeits, trademarks, copyright, patents, knockoffs, publicity rights, brand authorization, infringement reporting, appeals) remain substantively unchanged from 03/19/2026 version.

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Policy restructured into clearer three-tier qualification framework (category-level, product-level, invite-only). No new requirements added; existing rules restated with improved navigation and portal guidance.

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Policy restructured to clarify existing customer service requirements: professional communication, TikTok Shop Chat usage, team management, and operation hours. No new behavioral mandates or enforcement mechanisms introduced.

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Policy document restructured to highlight key points at top (updated date 06/09/2026). Full prohibited behavior sections removed from captured text. No new requirements introduced, existing seller service obligations unchanged.

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Policy page restructured to simplified key points summary. Comprehensive requirements documentation (CPCs, test reports, tracking labels, FDA/CPSC details) removed from visible page. No new regulatory requirements introduced—existing obligations unchanged.

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Policy guidance restructured into FAQ format (Q1–Q3). Existing rules on prohibited products, rejection appeals, and multi-marketplace differences remain unchanged; no new requirements introduced.

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Added FAQ section clarifying prohibited product policies, appeal procedures, and rejection resolution steps. Restructured guidance into Q&A format for improved navigation and seller comprehension—no new requirements.

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Added resolution guidance section reiterating existing appeal and pre-listing compliance steps for prohibited/restricted products. No new requirements introduced.

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Marketing creators now require identity verification + 1,000 follower minimum to access TikTok Shop Marketplace commissions; Official Shop creators exempt. Promotion Performance Score shared with sellers and visible in Creator Center.

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Added navigation path to Video Pre-Check tool in Creator Center. Four access routes now documented: TikTok Shop toolkit, Videos tab, Creator Health Rating, or Product onboarding.

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Policy Pulse update restructured Fulfillment Journey section into Q&A format and expanded educational resources (webinars, courses, training). Existing rules on order timing, counterfeit enforcement, and content requirements are restated, not changed.

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Multiple substantive updates: giveaways must use official tool only; product images must accurately represent actual items (AI/rendered images flagged if inaccurate); Dynamic Settlement unified into SPS-only metric; VoC enforcement for fulfillment quality; surprise set max bid raised to $5000; NBFR metric scope narrowed; 24-hour response rate targets 90%.

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Section title "Simplified Returns and Refunds Review" added to May 2026 policy index. No substantive rule change detected in diff—entry is table-of-contents furniture without updated requirement text.

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CPSC recall database reordered two product recalls (baby bottles moved before helmets). Unit count for bottles updated from 520 to 40,000. No new recall requirements or remedies introduced.

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Eligibility thresholds tightened: affiliates now need 5+ orders, 6+ videos, or 3+ livestreams in 30 days (down from 30+ orders, 20+ videos, or 5+ livestreams in 90 days). Score threshold for reach improvement raised from 2.0+ to 2.5+.

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New replacement-without-return program: sellers must accept or reject customer replacement requests within 1 business day; auto-approval occurs if no response. Sellers bear shipping costs. Limited to eligible customers and in-stock items.

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New auto-approve refund rules for non-returnable products (food, beverages). Sellers set category, reason, price range, and frequency thresholds; TikTok auto-processes matching refunds. Seller errors in rule-setting are not appealable.

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New Money-Back Guarantee program replaces Buyer Protection. Sellers must decide on damaged/defective claims within 2-4 days. Non-returnable products now eligible. 90-day refund window after delivery. Rejection auto-escalates to TikTok Support review.

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Policy formally documented return/refund rules: customers return within seller-set window (14–90 days) or default 30 days; refunds issued at seller cost; FBT handles logistics claims; Money-Back Guarantee extends 90 days; sellers may dispute claims.

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CPSC recall database removed four active product recalls (Giantex sauna, MiniWarGaming magnets, magnetic ball toys, Proudly American coin batteries) from public disclosure. The specific recalls and hazard details are no longer accessible via CPSC.gov.

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CPSC recall database updated to replace completed/resolved recalls (dressers, furniture, rackets, toys) with active new recalls (helmets, baby bottles). Content refreshed—no change to recall process or compliance obligations.

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New appeal requirements added for seller-fault cancellation violations: sellers must now provide specific documentation (screenshots, vendor confirmations, system error proof) to challenge SFCR infractions. Failure to meet documentation standards results in appeal rejection.

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Promotion Performance Score eligibility thresholds reduced significantly: 30→5 orders, 20→5 videos, 5→2 livestreams. Creators now qualify with substantially lower engagement metrics.

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OTDR calculation method changed: late deliveries count as on-time if dispatch occurred on-time (effective June 2026). Appeals now require seller-provided original, verifiable evidence; unverifiable claims unlikely accepted. New "On-Time Dispatch Rate Violations" section specifies escalating enforcement per violation count.

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Removed minimum follower requirement for binding as Official or Marketing Account; introduced Early-Stage Pilot Program for Official and Marketing creators with posting limits and graduation criteria; adjusted posting limits during pilot programs; added Extended Pilot Creator restrictions; clarified identity verification and age confirmation processes.

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New recall added for youth ATVs that fail federal safety standards due to mechanical suspension, brake, and indicator light failures, plus burn hazards from hot surfaces. Consumers must stop use and return for full refund with free pickup.

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New recall instructions added for multiple products including kettles with loose handles causing burn hazards, patio swings with detaching seats causing fall hazards, and harnesses with faulty components causing fall hazards. Consumers must stop using these products and follow refund or repair procedures.

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New recall instructions added for lithium coin batteries in non-child-resistant pouches violating Reese's Law, requiring consumers to stop use, secure batteries away from children, and contact manufacturer for full refund.

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The Size Chart tool introduction and related guidance for updating product sizing information were removed from the Product Listing Policy, consolidating focus on clear, truthful listings that comply with TikTok Shop policies and prohibiting deceptive or harmful product listings.

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The 'Tok Shop Readiness Guide' section, including information about beta features like 'List with a URL' and 'Made-to-Order (MTO)' listing options, was removed from the Product Listing Policy.

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The requirement to submit documentation through the Qualification Center to sell pesticides has been removed from the product listing policy.

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Policy document restructured from detailed procedural narrative into condensed summary format. Substantive rules on logistics coverage, claim eligibility, and reimbursement scenarios remain unchanged; only presentation and organization revised.

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Methods of Appeal section removed from IP Policy. Appeal processes (2 seller appeals, 1 creator appeal) and DMCA counter-notice procedures now appear only in updated policy overview and summary guidance.

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Policy Pulse (May 2026) republishes February 2026 updates in new presentation format. Content covers settlement unification, product image accuracy, VoC enforcement, giveaway tool requirements, and creator account binding—no new substantive requirements introduced.

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PPS eligibility criteria remain unchanged (5+ orders/videos or 2+ livestreams in last 30 days). Creator badge display delayed to June; content guidance expanded with links to best practices and content policy details. No new behavioral requirements added.

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The removal of detailed recall information for hazardous products such as bicycle helmets and chemical products from the CPSC recall database reduces publicly available safety warnings and compliance requirements for sellers.

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Policy Pulse archive updated from April 2026 to May 2026 snapshot. Multiple entry points to Video Pre-Check tool added to navigation structure. No new substantive requirements introduced.

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Creator shop deactivation cascades e-commerce ban to bound creators. Shops with banned bound creators face 180-day restriction on new creator bindings. GWP with cash/vehicles/high-value electronics rejected. New adult content enforcement. Dynamic OVL probation model. F&B ingredient disclosure required on new listings. Fair pricing enforcement. Health documentation requests mandatory. Break purchases require physical shipment per category.

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Detected wording changed in this section; review the saved diff for exact added and removed rule text.

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Detected text changed in a low-signal section and does not clearly introduce a new seller or affiliate requirement.