Note that this will be a requirement as of next year: from January 31 sellers will have to use product identifiers on articles in a new or manufacturer refurbished condition.
Among the categories affected are the following:
- Baby
- Books
- Cameras & Photo
- Clothing, Shoes & Accessories (Shoes only)
- Toys & Hobbies
- Consumer Electronics
- Health & Beauty
- Music
- Pet Supplies
- Sporting Goods
- Computer/Tablets & Networking
- Toys & Hobbies
The new requirement does not apply to used, vintage, collectible or one-of-a-kind items.
For more information, check eBay announcements.