1. Illegal or Unregulated Goods
- Drugs and Controlled Substances: Any form of illegal drugs, narcotics, or prescription medications without proper authorisation.
- Tobacco and Vaping Products: Sales of tobacco and e-cigarettes/vaping products without proper regulatory compliance.
- Counterfeit or Replica Goods: Items that infringe on trademarks, patents, or copyrights.
- Firearms, Ammunition, and Explosives: Guns, bullets, and any items that fall under UK firearms laws.
- Stolen Goods: Products that are stolen or unlawfully obtained.
2. Hazardous or Dangerous Products
- Chemicals and Toxic Substances: Any chemicals not compliant with health and safety standards or hazardous materials.
- Dangerous Weapons: Knives, swords, and other weapons that are illegal to sell under UK law.
- Fireworks and Pyrotechnic Devices: Items that may pose fire hazards or are restricted by UK law.
- Flammable Items: Dangerous liquids or gases that can be used as fuels or are otherwise flammable.
3. Unethical or Offensive Products
- Hate Speech or Discriminatory Material: Books, symbols, or merchandise that promote hate speech, racism, sexism, or any form of discrimination.
- Offensive or Pornographic Content: Items that are sexually explicit, offensive, or illegal under UK law.
- Incitement to Violence or Terrorism: Materials that promote violence, terrorism, or extremist ideologies.
4. Unapproved Medical Products
- Unapproved Drugs, Supplements, and Medical Devices: Any unlicensed medical products or devices that do not meet regulatory standards (e.g., unapproved weight loss pills or medical treatments).
- Fake or Unlicensed Health Products: Products falsely claiming to treat medical conditions, such as fake cures for diseases or conditions.
5. Toxic or Non-compliant Food and Beverages
- Unregulated Food or Drink: Any food or drink products that do not meet UK health and safety standards or lack necessary labelling.
- Expired or Spoiled Goods: Expired food or beverages that could pose a health risk.
6. Animal Cruelty and Endangered Species
- Products Involving Animal Cruelty: Any product that has been derived from animal cruelty (e.g., products involving the illegal hunting or harm of animals).
- Endangered Species and Products Derived From Them: Any goods made from endangered species, including but not limited to ivory, exotic skins, and certain types of coral.
- Live Animals or Animal Products: Sale of live animals, including pets or animals used for food, that do not comply with UK regulations (e.g., livestock, exotic pets).
7. Unlawful or Unsafe Clothing and Accessories
- Clothing and Accessories with Offensive Symbols: Items like clothing or accessories featuring hate symbols or illegal insignia (e.g., swastikas, offensive political symbols).
- Children’s Products Not Meeting Safety Standards: Children’s clothing or toys that do not meet UK safety standards (e.g., choking hazards, toxic dyes, unsafe design).
8. Copyright-Infringing and Pirated Digital Content
- Pirated Digital Media: Unauthorized downloads, movies, music, or software.
- Fake eBooks or Intellectual Property Violations: Digital products that infringe upon intellectual property rights, including unauthorized copies of books, software, and other media.
9. Fake Reviews and Manipulated Listings
- Products or Sellers Engaging in Fraudulent Practices: Sellers attempting to manipulate customer reviews or listing fake items.
10. Offensive or Misleading Political or Religious Material
- Politically Offensive Material: Products promoting misleading or offensive political ideologies.
- Religious Material that Incites Hatred: Any material that promotes hate or violence under the guise of religion.
11. Unlicensed or Fake Event Tickets
- Counterfeit Event Tickets: Tickets to events that are not authorized or that infringe upon ticketing regulations or intellectual property.
12. Unlicensed Streaming Devices or Content
- Illegal Streaming Devices: Devices that allow unauthorized streaming of copyrighted content (e.g., unlicensed streaming boxes).
- Illegal Subscriptions or Access to Content: Sales of access to pirated or unauthorized digital content, including live TV or sports streaming services.
13. Personal Data and Privacy Violations
- Sale of Personal Information: Any product or service that involves the sale of personal data or violates privacy regulations (e.g., data harvesting tools or databases containing personal information without consent).
14. Fake Certifications and Unverified Claims
- Products with Fake Certification or Claims: Products that falsely claim certifications or affiliations, such as “organic,” “eco-friendly,” or “fair-trade” when they do not meet the necessary standards.
15. Products Violating UK Import/Export Laws
- Prohibited Imports: Products that cannot be legally imported into the UK, including specific restricted goods (e.g., certain agricultural products or goods from sanctioned countries).