|
Importation of Goods into the United States
Members importing goods into the United States from another country, either by selling or buying items listed on eBay, are responsible for ensuring that the importation of that type of product complies with applicable U.S. laws. These laws often are complex, and issues will vary depending upon exactly what item is involved and the countries in which the buyer and seller reside. Violations of this policy may result in a range of actions, including:
Some Examples
Examples of some goods that might be subject to import restrictions:
Examples of potentially infringing items:
Additional Information
Some reasons members should check applicable laws before importing goods into the United States:
eBay strongly recommends that members carefully review the U.S. government's Web sites and other sources of information concerning importation of goods into the United States, and (if necessary) consult with an expert in this field before completing any transactions. The information and links provided below are a starting point so that members can quickly familiarize themselves with some of the regulations in this area.
Why does eBay have this policy?
eBay urges its sellers and buyers to comply with all governmental laws and regulations. Since the importation of goods are highly regulated by the United States government or may cause harm to eBay or its members, members should educate themselves on the laws governing the importation of goods prior to listing those good on eBay. Related Help topics
|
||||||||||||||||||
![]() |
About eBay | Announcements | Security Center | Policies | Site Map | Help |
![]() |
![]() |
Copyright © 1995-2018 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. Designated trademarks and brands are the property of their respective owners. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of the eBay User Agreement and Privacy Policy. |
![]() |
![]() eBay official time |
![]() |