Hello,
I’m seeking clarification on Amazon’s policy regarding the sale of pesticide devices (specifically ozone generators) by non-U.S. resident sellers.
According to Amazon’s published policy, only U.S. residents are permitted to list and sell products classified as pesticides or pesticide devices, which includes ozone generators under EPA guidelines.
However, I have found multiple listings where the sellers appear to be based entirely in China, yet are actively selling ozone generators on the Amazon U.S. platform:
🔹 Example 1
ASIN: B0BFKP8ZPW
Listing: Medvoe 30000mg Ozone Generator
Seller: ShenZhenShi JiaHongHui SuJiaoZhiPin YouXianGongSi
Location: Shenzhen, China (Business address listed as CN)
🔹 Example 2
ASIN: B0CYCL5T9F
Listing: Industrial Ozone Purifier Generator
Seller: Zhejiang manufacturer
Location: China (Business details indicate foreign registration)
These products appear to meet the EPA definition of a pesticide device, yet:
No EPA Establishment Numbers are listed in the product descriptions
- The sellers are not U.S. based
- The products are Fulfilled by Amazon (FBA)
Could Amazon please clarify:
- Has the U.S. residency policy for pesticide device sales changed?
- Are foreign manufacturers allowed to list ozone generators directly?
- If not, how are these listings compliant, and what oversight is in place?
- What are the correct steps for a China-based business that manufactures EPA-registered devices but wants to comply fully?
This information is important for sellers who are working hard to play by the rules and maintain compliance with both Amazon and EPA regulations.
Thank you in advance for your attention to this issue.
- China Girl