Electronics Products Policy

If you sell electronic products on Shoplazza, you need to comply with the laws and regulations applicable to your business. These laws and regulations depend on the region where your store is located and the regions where your products are sold.

It is your responsibility to review and use this information properly. This content does not contain or intend to provide legal advice, is not comprehensive, may be outdated, and is for reference only. If you have any doubts about the legal regulations regarding your products, Shoplazza recommends consulting a legal advisor. You should consult your legal advisor to determine how the laws in your region and the regions where you sell electronic products and accessories will affect your business.

If you violate any laws in the jurisdiction where you operate your business, Shoplazza may delete products or terminate your online store.

Due to the unique nature of shipping electronic products, Shoplazza strongly advises you to indicate the shipping time on the product detail page.

Shoplazza allows the sale of second-hand electronic products, but you must comply with the guidelines for the condition of electronic devices.

Examples of prohibited items

Listing prohibited items may result in the removal of products or termination of your store:

Items that can block, interfere with, or disrupt licensed or authorized wireless communications, such as phones, GPS, radar, etc.
Cell phone repeaters/boosters or amplifiers
Items designed to tamper with, bypass, or otherwise interfere with law enforcement, vehicle, or road safety functions or other legal requirements, e.g., odometer modification devices for altering vehicle mileage records, traffic light control devices
Unauthorized descramblers or access to wired or satellite television services
Certain laser pens and devices
Products that advertise or assist in infringing or accessing copyrighted content without authorization, e.g., DVD copiers that bypass copyright protection
Video game emulators and game enhancers
Game console modification chips (e.g., for Nintendo and PSP)
Independently replacing certain product batteries (e.g., iPhone or Kindle batteries)
Spy cameras with recording capabilities
Credit card reader terminals and portable magnetic stripe readers
Phones sold with service contracts
Products that inappropriately bypass phone locks, such as jailbroken iPhones, phone unlocking devices
Internet-connected devices, such as smartwatches, that list information that could compromise item safety (e.g., default password information)
Products that do not comply with applicable regulations or industry standards, e.g.:
Non-compliant standard electrical products

*Shoplazza allows listings of cameras, recorders, or similar devices but not for illegal purposes.

Please note that streaming devices

Streaming media players or other devices sold on Shoplazza must not promote, imply, facilitate, or actively enable infringement or unauthorized access to digital media or other protected content.

United States (US) Laws and regulations for Selling Electronic Products and Accessories

If you sell electronic products and accessories to customers in the United States, you must comply with all federal and state laws applicable to the jurisdiction where your products are sold and shipped. Federal law prohibits the operation, marketing, or sale of any type of interference device that interferes with authorized wireless communications, including cellular and personal communication services (PCS), police radar, and global positioning systems (GPS).

FCC Certification

If you sell radio and communication devices in the United States, you must obtain authorization from the FCC (Federal Communications Commission).

FCC certification primarily applies to computers, computer accessories, fax machines, electronic devices, radio machinery equipment, and other goods that may harm personal safety.

Personal computers and peripherals;
Household appliances, power tools;
Audio products, video products (radios, televisions, home speakers, etc.);
Lighting fixtures (LED fixtures, LED screens, stage lights, etc.);
Wireless products (Bluetooth, wireless remote control toys, wireless switches, etc.);
Security products (alarms, security products, access control, monitors, cameras, etc.).

For more information, please refer to: Equipment Authorization .

Additionally, the United States also recognizes other electronic product inspection standards, such as electrical safety standards (UL standards), CSA international certification, etc. Please note that compliance with UL standards is not mandatory unless it has been incorporated into federal or state regulations.

For more information, please refer to: UL Standards .

Energy Guide Labels and Lighting Facts Labels

If you sell products covered by the Energy Labeling Rule, you are responsible for complying with and using the correct energy labels, which may vary by product category. In general, importers and manufacturers must disclose the following information on the label:

Operating costs
Water usage
Energy consumption
Energy efficiency

For more information, please refer to: Energy Labeling Rule.

State Regulations

Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS): Several states like New York, Florida, Illinois, etc., have regulations on the content of heavy metals in electronic products, such as lead, mercury, nickel, cadmium, etc., which must be within safe limits.
California Air Resources Board (CARB): Products related to air purification imported and sold in California must be tested and certified to meet CARB requirements. Click here for detailed information on air purifier testing procedures and other requirements. For more information, please refer to: Air Cleaner Information for Consumers
California has specific regulations on the energy efficiency of battery charging systems for mobile power supplies, laptops, desktop computers, etc. These products must undergo energy efficiency testing at CEC-accredited labs. For more information, please refer to: Energy Efficiency Requirements.

Other Information:

Proposition 65 in California: If you plan to import and sell electronic products (such as household appliances) in California, you must comply with Proposition 65 in California.
Country of Origin Labeling: According to Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regulations, products imported or sold in the United States, including electronic products, must bear a label with the country of origin information. The label must be permanently affixed to the product and packaging.
Electronic Children's Products (CPSIA): When selling electronic children's products, you need to comply with relevant provisions of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA).

Canada Laws and Regulations for Selling Electronic Products and Accessories

If you sell electronic products and accessories to customers in Canada, you must comply with all laws applicable to the jurisdiction where your products are sold and shipped. This includes adhering to regulations such as the Canadian Electrical Code , the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Equipment Regulations, and the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act (CCPSA).

Compliance with National Safety Standards:

Electrical products sold in Canada must meet national safety standards and obtain certification from recognized accreditation bodies such as CSA, cUL, or cETL.

Labeling Requirements:

Products must comply with labeling requirements as specified by relevant regulations. For example, according to the Canadian Electrical Code, electronic devices must bear warning labels clearly indicating maximum continuous load.

Provincial Regulations:

Different provinces may have specific regulatory requirements, such as:

The Quebec Building Code outlines the province's requirements for electronic electrical products, adopting standards set by the Canadian Electrical Code.
The Alberta Electrical Code Regulation stipulates that products meeting the Canadian Electrical Code can be marketed in the province.

Additional Information:

European Union (EU) Laws and Regulations for Selling Electronic Products and Accessories

If you sell electronic products and accessories to customers in the European Union, you must comply with all laws applicable to the jurisdiction where your products are sold and shipped. This includes adhering to safety standards, labeling requirements, and providing testing certifications, such as the RoHS Directive, Low Voltage Directive, and CE Marking Directive.

RoHS Directive

The RoHS Directive aims to restrict the use of hazardous substances in electronic products, such as lead, mercury, cadmium, etc. Electronic products sold must comply with RoHS requirements. For more information, please refer to: EU Directive 2002/95/EC.

CE Marking

When manufacturing, importing, or selling electronic products in the EU market, they must bear the CE marking. Note that the CE marking must be affixed permanently to the product and its packaging.

Radio Equipment Directive

If the electronic products you sell are wireless devices such as mobile phones, laptops, radar equipment, broadcasting devices, fitness equipment, smartwatches, routers, radio transceivers, or devices with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or GPS functions, they must comply with the Radio Equipment Directive (RED). For more information, please refer to: EU Directive 2014/53/EU.

EU Energy Label Requirements

When selling energy-related electronic products in the EU, you need to comply with EU energy label regulations. For more detailed information, please refer to: EU Energy Label Requirements.

Additional Information:

United Kingdom (UK) post-Brexit Laws and Regulations for Selling Electronic Products and Accessories

When selling electronic products and accessories to customers in the UK, you must comply with all laws applicable to the jurisdiction where your products are sold and shipped, such as the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive, Low Voltage Directive, and Radio Equipment Directive.

Electrical Equipment Safety

When selling electronic products, compliance with the 2016 Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations is required. This regulation mandates that importers and manufacturers have a legal obligation to demonstrate that their products meet safety standards. For more information, please refer to: 2016 Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations.

UKCA Marking

When manufacturing, importing, or selling electronic products in the UK market, they must bear the UKCA marking. Generally, the UKCA marking must be affixed to the product visibly and legibly. If this is not feasible, it must be affixed to accompanying packaging or documentation. For more information, please refer to: UKCA Marking: Conformity Assessment and Documentation.

Radio Equipment Directive

If the electronic products you sell are radio equipment, compliance with the 2017 Radio Equipment Regulations is necessary. This regulation specifies the safety and electromagnetic compatibility of radio equipment. For more information, please refer to the UK: 2017 Radio Equipment Regulations.

UK Energy Label Requirements

When selling energy-related electronic products in the UK, you need to comply with UK energy information regulations . For more detailed information, please refer to: UK Energy Label Requirements.

Additional Information:

Northern Ireland Specific Requirements

Please note that under the Northern Ireland Protocol, different rules apply for goods sold in Northern Ireland from January 1, 2021. For goods sold in Northern Ireland:

Ensure that goods comply with EU requirements and bear the CE marking.
If you are an importer established in the EU or Northern Ireland, selling products to Northern Ireland from countries outside the EU and Northern Ireland (including from the UK), products sold in Northern Ireland should indicate detailed information on all importers from the EU/Northern Ireland.
Authorized representatives can be based in Northern Ireland or the EU.
"Qualifying Northern Ireland Goods" bearing the CE marking can be sold in the UK.

For more information on Northern Ireland: