Platform Prohibited Items List

Platform Prohibited Items List

This document integrates compliance guidelines from major cross-border e-commerce platforms and China’s Online Trading Platform Prohibited/Restricted Goods Compliance Guide, incorporating regulations from key global markets (e.g., EU GDPR, U.S. FTC, Japan’s Food Sanitation Act).

 I. Globally Prohibited Items 

1. Legally Banned Items 

   - Hazardous Materials: Flammable/explosive items (fireworks, gasoline), toxic chemicals (cyanide), radioactive substances. 

   - Weapons: Firearms, ammunition, controlled knives, military/police equipment (including replicas). 

   - Infringing Goods: Counterfeit brands, pirated software/media, unauthorized patented products. 

   - Illegal Flora/Fauna: Live animals, endangered species products (ivory, rhino horns), unquarantined plant seeds. 

2. Public Safety & Moral Hazards 

   - Surveillance Devices: Hidden cameras, wiretaps, communication interception tools (banned under U.S. Electronic Communications Privacy Act). 

   - Adult Products: Pornography, sex toys (restricted by platform policies). 

   - Religious Sensitivities: Cult-related or racially discriminatory books/ritual tools. 

3. Health Risks 

   - Uncertified Medical Products: Medical devices, drugs, supplements (require FDA/CE certification). 

   - False Therapeutic Claims: Products claiming to cure cancer/AIDS without approval. 

   - Expired/Contaminated Food: Items without expiration labels or past shelf life. 

 II. Region-Specific Prohibitions 

1. EU Market 

   - Uncertified Electronics: 

     - Germany: Bicycle lights require KBA certification; LED vehicle lights need ECE R10. 

     - France: Bluetooth devices require RED certification. 

   - Specific Battery Models: 14500, 18650 lithium-ion batteries (sellers must comply with customs and logistics safety rules). 

   - GDPR Violations: Devices collecting user data without GDPR compliance. 

2. U.S. Market 

   - Pesticide-Related Items: UV insect killers, repellents (EPA certification required). 

   - Lock-Picking Tools: Locksmith tools, master keys (potential criminal use). 

   - Laser Products: Laser pointers >5mW (FDA-restricted). 

3. Japan Market 

   - Food: Whale/dolphin meat products (violates Food Sanitation Act). 

   - Pharmaceuticals: Overseas drugs without PMDA certification. 

   - Cultural Sensitivities: WWII militarism-related items. 

4. Middle East Market 

   - Alcohol: Total ban in Islamic countries (e.g., Saudi Arabia, UAE). 

   - Religious Conflicts: Daily items printed with Quranic verses. 

 III. Restricted Items Requiring Special Attention 

- Battery Models: 14500, 18650 (sellers must prioritize customs and logistics safety requirements). 

- Category-Specific Reviews: Lighting/toys require UL/CPC certification. 

- Virtual Goods: Digital downloads (e-books, software keys) are quantity-restricted; infringement leads to permanent store closure. 

- Chemicals: Require MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) and transport safety reports. 

- Industrial Equipment: Large machinery requires COO (Certificate of Origin) and CE certification. 

 IV. Dynamic Updates & Compliance Guidelines 

1. List Updates: Adjusted in real-time based on laws (e.g., EU REACH, U.S. CPSC recalls). 

2. Seller Self-Check Tools:

   - Use platform "Keyword Filter" to avoid accidental listings. 

   - Regularly visit the Platform Compliance Center. 

3. Penalties: 

   - Minor violations: Item removal, deposit deductions. 

   - Major violations: Account suspension, legal prosecution. 

 Appendix: Quick Reference Table 

Issued by: 3Eeye Platform Compliance Department 

Effective Date: March 2025