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Restricted products

Restricted products for 1688 sourcing and assisted orders

Some products may be legal to browse on 1688 but still unsafe, restricted, prohibited, hard to ship, difficult to import, or risky for Shopify, TikTok Shop, Amazon FBA, or 3PL workflows.

If a product is restricted, unclear, or high-risk, Supplymo may decline it or ask for documentation before quoting.

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Risk review before quote

Restricted

Can be declined before quote

Unclear

Documents or photos may be required

High-risk

Manual review is not approval

Decision matrix

Three statuses before you submit

StatusNot accepted
MeaningCounterfeit, illegal, dangerous, clearly prohibited
ActionDo not submit
StatusManual review
MeaningBatteries, cosmetics, food, medical, kids, liquids, branded goods
ActionSend documents first
StatusUsually easier
MeaningSimple unbranded accessories, packaging, non-regulated household goods
ActionStart product check

Hard declines

Products we do not accept

If the product is fake, illegal, unsafe, or built around bypassing rules, Supplymo will not handle it.

CategoryCounterfeit or fake branded goods
BoundaryReplica, unauthorized trademark, copyright, or unclear brand authorization
CategoryWeapons or tactical combat gear
BoundaryWeapons, ammunition, weapon accessories, or obvious bypass products
CategoryIllegal or controlled substances
BoundaryDrugs, paraphernalia, controlled substances, or unlawful goods
CategoryUnsafe dangerous goods
BoundaryExplosive, flammable, pressurized, corrosive, toxic, radioactive, or unapproved DG
CategorySanctioned or embargoed parties
BoundaryProducts or suppliers tied to restricted parties or regions
CategoryProtected materials
BoundaryEndangered wildlife, ivory, animal parts, or protected species materials
CategoryIllegal devices
BoundaryPirated, stolen, smuggled, illegal surveillance, or circumvention devices
CategoryMissing required permits
BoundaryProducts requiring licenses or permits the user cannot provide

Manual review

Products that need documents or closer review

Manual product review desk with product samples and cost notes

Manual review does not mean approval. It only means Supplymo may ask for more details before deciding whether to quote, reject, or request documents.

CategoryBatteries and powered electronics
Why review is neededDangerous goods, certification, and carrier restrictions
CategoryLiquids, powders, gels, adhesives, aerosols
Why review is neededShipping, customs, leakage, and documentation risk
CategoryCosmetics and skincare
Why review is neededIngredients, claims, labels, and destination rules
CategoryFood, beverages, supplements, ingestibles
Why review is neededHealth authority, import, and platform restrictions
CategoryMedical devices and health monitors
Why review is neededQualification, claims, documentation, and platform rules
CategoryChildren's and baby products
Why review is neededSafety standards, labeling, and testing obligations
CategoryToys and hobby products
Why review is neededChoking hazards, batteries, safety, and platform restrictions
CategoryJewelry, watches, luxury goods
Why review is neededIP, value, material, carrier, and platform risk
CategoryBeauty devices, lasers, appliances
Why review is neededElectrical safety, certification, and category qualification
CategoryAdult products or mystery boxes
Why review is neededPlatform, country, payment, shipping, and consumer protection risk

Platform reminders

1688 availability does not mean platform eligibility

Platform or routeShopify
ReminderDestination, carrier, payment, product category, and market rules can block a product.
Platform or routeTikTok Shop
ReminderSome categories require category, product, or invite-only qualification and documents.
Platform or routeAmazon FBA
ReminderASIN, brand, dangerous goods, labeling, prep, and product compliance must be checked in Seller Central.
Platform or route3PL / carrier
ReminderBatteries, liquids, powders, magnets, oversized, or high-value goods may be refused or surcharged.

Destination and carrier

Import and shipping rules can stop the route

Destination country

Rules may block or require documents even when the supplier can sell the item.

Carrier route

Batteries, liquids, powders, magnets, oversized goods, or high-value goods can be refused.

Platform listing

Shopify, TikTok Shop, Amazon, payment providers, and 3PLs can apply separate limits.

Buyer responsibility

Duty, tax, import eligibility, listing compliance, and penalties remain buyer responsibilities.

Manual review evidence

What to send if a product is unclear

InformationProduct link and photos
ExamplesSupplier listing, packaging, material, use, and visible marks
InformationDestination context
ExamplesCountry, platform, carrier preference, FBA/3PL/customer destination
InformationRisk details
ExamplesBattery, liquid, powder, magnet, ingredient, claims, safety, intended use
InformationBrand authorization
ExamplesTrademark or authorization documents for branded goods
InformationCertifications
ExamplesMSDS, UN38.3, test reports, compliance files, or category documents when available
InformationQuantity and variants
ExamplesQuantity, model, color, size, packaging, and label requirements

Official review paths

Use official sources to frame the review, not to assume approval

A source link can tell you where a rule or agency review may start. It does not prove that a specific 1688 product is importable, shippable, listable, or compliant.

CPSC Children's Product Certificate

U.S. child, baby, toy, age-grade, CPC, and test-report review questions.

FDA regulated-products import guidance

U.S. food, cosmetic, medical, radiation-emitting, supplement, and similar regulated products.

EU Safety Gate

EU non-food product-safety alert and dangerous-product review path.

GOV.UK product safety law

UK product-safety, marking, traceability, technical-documentation, and importer-obligation questions.

Singapore controlled and prohibited goods

Singapore controlled/prohibited goods, permit, HS/CA, and competent-authority review.

Product check integration

Risk flags should be captured before the quote

Risk prompts to add later

Does the product contain a battery? Is it liquid, powder, gel, or aerosol? Is it branded? Is it food, supplement, cosmetic, medical, toy, child product, or platform-sensitive?

Order impact

Quotes should record risk assumptions, required documents, accepted or rejected decision, shipping limitation, and user responsibility before any payment or purchase.

FAQ

Short answers before you submit

QuestionCan Supplymo buy branded products from 1688?
AnswerOnly if brand authorization and IP risk are clear enough for review.
QuestionCan Supplymo buy cosmetics or skincare?
AnswerNot automatically. Ingredients, claims, labels, destination, and platform rules need review.
QuestionCan Supplymo ship batteries, liquids, powders, or magnets?
AnswerMaybe, but these require manual review and may be rejected by carriers or destination rules.
QuestionDoes manual review mean safe to import or sell?
AnswerNo. It only means Supplymo may ask for more details before deciding.
QuestionDo official sources prove a product is allowed?
AnswerNo. They help frame the review path, but the final result depends on the exact product, importer role, route, documents, platform, carrier, and official review.
QuestionWho is responsible for compliance?
AnswerThe buyer remains responsible for platform, import, customs, tax, and legal compliance.

Check the risk before requesting a quote

Suitable products can start with a product check. Restricted or unclear products may require documents or may be declined.

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