When you choose a category for
your products, make sure that you learn about the specific requirements and guidelines for
selling in that category.
Note: To learn more about the product categories
that are available, see Overview of categories.
Condition Guidelines: Some categories have
guidelines that describe the condition of products that you list as new, used, or
refurbished.
Style guides: Most categories have style
guides that can help you create great product titles and descriptions. Category style
guides are downloadable PDF files that contain site requirements for images, product
descriptions, and more.
Restricted
products: Some products are restricted and cannot be sold on the Amazon website under
any conditions. To learn more, see Category, Product and
Content Restrictions.
Categories that require approval: Some
categories require that you get prior approval from Amazon before you can start selling.
Required product identifiers: Most categories
require a Global Trade Item Number (GTIN), such as a UPC, EAN or JAN, as a product
identifier. You can request exemptions in certain categories. Learn more about Product UPCs and GTINs.