Categories and products requiring approval

We want customers to be able to shop with confidence on Amazon. For certain products and categories, Amazon might require additional fees, performance checks, and other qualifications.

Even if selling in a category does not require approval from Amazon, selling certain products may require approval. To submit a request to sell:

• Amazon’s policies require that certain products sold through Amazon meet specified certification standards. For more information, visit: Products requiring additional approvals .
• The Toys and Games category requires approval for selling from November to the end of January. At other times, this category is open to all sellers. Seller performance is an important factor in the approval process.
• Although listing products in the Consumer Electronics category is generally open to all sellers, sales of specific products may require approval from category managers. If you have received a message that the product you want to list is restricted to approved sellers, please contact us for approval.

You are required to obtain approval from Amazon before listing in certain product categories.

The categories listed at the bottom of this page currently require approval. Click the category you are interested in selling in and follow the instructions to submit your application.

Certain products may not be listed at all on Amazon. Learn more in our Restricted Products and Selling Policies.