Categories and products requiring approval

How to request approval?

In Seller Central, click the Inventory drop-down menu and select Add a Product.
Search for the product that you want to sell.
In the search results, click the link Listing limitations apply to the right of the product.
Click the Request Approval button to begin the application process. The Request Approval link will include the application requirements and instructions on how to provide the requested information.
Submit the application. Within a few days, our seller support applications team will either approve the application or get in touch for more information.
To check the status of an application, return to the Add a Product tool and click the Manage your selling applications link.

Note: If you wish to sell a product that is not currently offered on Amazon but requires approval, first create the product. Once the product has been created, it will be put in inactive status on the Manage Inventory page. Click Edit and apply to list the product.

What can I sell?

Categories requiring approval	Open categories
Products in categories requiring approval can be listed only with specific permissions from Amazon. Only sellers with a Professional Selling Plan subscription can sell in these categories. Amazon limits access to sell in these categories to help ensure that sellers meet standards for product and listing quality as well as other category-specific requirements. These standards help Amazon customers have confidence when buying in any category.	More than 20 categories are open for selling on Amazon; products in these categories can be listed without specific permission from Amazon. Some categories only allow listings for new products. Some categories have additional guidelines that sellers must follow.

Categories requiring approval

Open categories

Products in categories requiring approval can be listed only with specific permissions from Amazon. Only sellers with a Professional Selling Plan subscription can sell in these categories. Amazon limits access to sell in these categories to help ensure that sellers meet standards for product and listing quality as well as other category-specific requirements. These standards help Amazon customers have confidence when buying in any category.

More than 20 categories are open for selling on Amazon; products in these categories can be listed without specific permission from Amazon. Some categories only allow listings for new products. Some categories have additional guidelines that sellers must follow.

Already know which products you want to sell?

Find your products in the table below to learn whether they are in open categories or in categories requiring approval. Review any category-specific requirements or guidelines and be sure you can meet those specifications.

Note: This table only applies to category level restrictions.

Categories

Sellers may be required to meet special requirements in order to list some products. Both individual and Professional Sellers can offer products in these categories, except where noted. If you receive a message that the product you want to list is restricted to approved sellers, follow the process and contact us for approval.

Product category	Type of Products	Conditions Allowed	Approval Required
Automotive	Parts, Tools & Equipment, Accessories	New, Renewed, Used, Collectible	No, but all products must comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Find out more on considerations and requirements that may apply in the Automotive category.
Apparel	Outerwear, Athletic Wear, Innerwear, Belts, Wallets	New only	No approval required. Find additional guidance to sell Clothing
Baby Products	Pushchairs & Prams, Car Seats, High Chairs, Toys, Furniture, Bedding, Feeding, Changing, Monitors, Safety, Potty Training	New only	No, but all products must comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Approval may be required to sell in the Toys & Games category during the winter holiday season. Find out more on Holiday Selling requirements in Toys and Games Category.
Beer, Wine & Spirits	Spirits, Liqueurs, Wine, Beer, Cider	New only	No approval required Find out more on Seller/Product/FBA/Document requirements for Beer, Wine & Spirits category. To know more on examples of permitted/prohibited, see the page onAlcohol.
Beauty	Fragrance, Skincare, Makeup, Hair Care, Bath & Shower. See also Health & Personal Care.	New only	No approval required. Find out more on prohibited listings in Cosmetics category.
BMVD Streaming Media Players	Music, Books, Video/DVD/ Blu-ray	New, Renewed, Used, Collectible	No, but specific consideration may apply if you are not the right owners or licensed distributor of the music you want to sell. Products in the Streaming Media Player category must meet listed requirements in order to be sold on Amazon. (These requirements address concerns about the infringement of material protected by copyright).
Computing	Desktops, Laptops, Netbooks, Tablets, Printers, Computing Accessories	New, Renewed, Used,	No, but all products must comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Certified Renewed Requirements.
Consoles & Video Games	Consoles and video games	New, Renewed, Used,	No, but all products must comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Certified Renewed Requirements.
Consumer Electrics	TVs, Audio (inc. car audio), GPS, Phones, Cameras, Electronic Accessories	New, Certified Renewed, Used,	No for New or Used, but all products must comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Find out more on requirements that may apply to sell Consumer Electronics. Certified Renewed Requirements.
DIY & Tools	Hand Tools, Hardware, Work wear, Site & Safety Equipment, Fire Alarms & Security, Power Tools, Power Tool Accessories, Electrical, Decorating, Garden & Landscaping Tools, Building Material, Plumbing & Bath, Parts	New, Certified Renewed, Used,	No for New, Used, or Collectible. All products must comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Certified Renewed Requirements.
Garden & Outdoors	Seeds & Plants, Birds & Wildlife, Pest Control, Plant Care, Décor & Lighting, Tools & Accessories, Leisure & Fitness, Garden Furniture, Stuctures & Ponds, Outdoor Living	New, Certified Renewed, Used,	No for New, Used. All products must comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Certified Renewed Requirements.
Grocery	Beverages, Baby Food, Biscuits & Snacks, Confectionery, Cereals, Cooking & Baking, Seasoning & Condiments, Tinned Food, Pasta & Rice, Spreads, Sauces, Fresh & Frozen Food, Hampers, Home-Care & Cleaning	New Only	Available to Professional sellers only. No approval required. Find out more on requirements to sell in Food and Beverage Category.
Health and Personal Care	First Aid, Nutrition. See also Beauty.	New Only	Approval required. Find out more on Drugs, Drug Paraphernalia and Dietary Supplements requirements
Health and misc.	First Aid, Nutrition. See also Beauty.	New Only	Find out more on Tobacco, E-Cigarettes and related products
Kitchen & Home	Appliances: Small Appliances, Home Appliances, Parts, Home Living: Homeware, Furniture, Home Decor, Kitchen & Dining, Lighting, Arts & Crafts	New, Certified Renewed, Used,	No for New, Used. Certified Renewed Requirements.
Large Appliances	Cookers & Ovens, Dishwashers, Fridges & Freezers, Washing Machines & Tumble Driers, Parts	New, Certified Renewed, Used,	No for New, Used. Certified Renewed Requirements.
Lighting	Lights and Fixtures, Light Bulbs, Lighting Accessories, Torches	New, Certified Renewed, Used. Lights bulbs new only.	No for New, Used. Certified Renewed Requirements.
Jewellery	Earrings, Necklaces, Rings, Bracelets (see also Watches)	New Only	Available to Professional sellers only. Approval required. Find out more about requirements to sell in Jewellery category.
Musical Instruments	DJ Equipment and Musical Instruments	New, Renewed, Used	No for New, Used, or Collectible. Certified Renewed Requirements.
Office Products	Printer Ink, Office Supplies, Office Furniture	New, Renewed, Used, Collectible	No for New, Used, or Collectible. Certified Renewed Requirements.
Collectibles	Currency, Coins, Cash Equivalents and Gift Cards		Approval required. Find out more on permitted and prohibited products for Currency, Coins, Cash Equivalents and Gift Cards.
Personal Care Appliances	Hair Care Appliances, Oral Care Appliances, Skincare Appliances, Shaving and Hair-Removal Appliances, Foot care Appliances, Healthcare Appliances & Equipment, Massage Equipment, Tanning Appliances, Scales, SAD Lights, Independent Living & Mobility, Tattoo Equipment and Accessories, Muscle or Joint Supports (long lasting), Nail and Care Appliances, Weighing Scale & Equipment	New Only	No approval required. All products must comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Find out more on Medical Devices requirements.
Pet Supplies	Pet Food, Habitats, Apparel, Training, Grooming, Healthcare, Toys, Leads, Aquatics, Terraristics	New Only	No. Find out more on Animals and Animal products.
Shoes & Accessories	Shoes, Boots, Sandals, Slippers, Shoes Accessories, Handbags, Wallets	New Only	No, but may be required for specific products. Available to Professional sellers only.
Software & PC Games	Computer Software, Video and PC games	New, Renewed, Used, Collectible	No, but may be required for specific products. Find out more on Selling Software and Games category.
Sporting Goods	Sports Equipment, Bikes, Tents, Fan Gear	New Only	No but all products must comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Toys & Games	Games & Puzzles, Outdoor & Sports Toys, Arts, Crafts & School Supplies, Vehicles, Dolls, Plush, Building Sets, Learning & Exploration, Infants/Pre-School, Action Figures, Fancy Dress	New, Renewed, Used, Collectible	No but all products must comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Approval may be required to sell in the Toys & Games category during the winter holiday season. Find out more on Holiday Selling requirements in Toys and Games.
Watches	All Watches	New	Available to Professional sellers only. No approval required. Amazon limits the addition of sellers in the Watches category to ensure that customers are able to buy with confidence from all sellers on Amazon.
Weapons	Pallet knives, Scissors, Toy guns, Razor blades, Bullets for BB and airsoft guns that are not classed as munition		Approval required. Find out more on permitted and prohibited products for Weapons category.