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In a continued effort to enable sellers and stimulate new product launches on its U.S. platform, TikTok Shop has rolled out the November 2025 “NewStar Product Sales Incentive Program.” The initiative rewards sellers for introducing new, high-quality products and achieving early sales traction, further strengthening TikTok’s position as a leading social commerce destination.

The program runs from November 1 to November 30, 2025 (UTC+8), and is open to invited Platform Open Plan (POP) sellers and Local (L2L) sellers. It consists of two key components — the New Product Sales Incentive and the Cold-Start Incentive, both designed to encourage listing quality, early engagement, and consistent shop performance.

Key Eligibility and Product Definitions

To qualify, sellers must list new products between October 1 and November 30, 2025, ensuring they generate at least one valid order during the policy period. Eligible products must also remain in full compliance with TikTok’s product governance rules and must not have received incentives under the October 2025 program.

TikTok defines two critical product types under this initiative:

Eligible to Actively Sell New Products:

  • Newly listed between Oct 1–Nov 30, 2025
  • At least one valid order during the policy period
  • Compliant with TikTok Shop policies
  • Not previously rewarded in October’s incentive program

Successful Cold Start Product:

  • Meets all criteria above
  • Achieves a minimum of $250 in GMV and 3 or more valid orders during the policy period

Plan 1: New Product Sales Incentive

The New Product Sales Incentive program is aimed at rewarding sellers who successfully list and sell new products within the designated period.

Participation Requirements:

  • Shop Performance Score of ≥ 3.5 (or null if newly launched)
  • Product listing quality rated Fair or Good under TikTok’s guidelines
  • At least five primary images per product listing

Reward Structure:

  • $15 in Ads Credit per Eligible Actively Selling New Product
  • Maximum cap of $3,000 per seller per month
  • Duplicate listings of the same product will be counted only once

Reward Distribution:

TikTok will verify all rewards within 30 business days after the policy period ends. Once confirmed, Ads Credits will be distributed directly to each seller’s TikTok Ads Manager Account.

Plan 2: New Product Cold-Start Incentive

The Cold-Start Incentive targets sellers who not only list new products but also take proactive steps to drive initial engagement and conversions.

Participation Requirements:

  • Shop Performance Score of ≥ 3.5 (or null if newly launched)
  • Listing quality rated Fair or Good
  • Minimum of five primary product images
  • Completion of at least one activation task:
    1. Set an early-bird price discount, or
    2. Enable a Free Sample or Refundable Sample Program

Reward Structure:

  • $55 in Ads Credit per Successful Cold Start Product
  • Monthly reward cap of $3,000 per seller
  • Duplicate listings of the same product count as one entry

Reward Distribution:

Similar to the Sales Incentive plan, rewards are calculated monthly, verified within 30 business days post-policy period, and credited to the seller’s Ads Manager Account.

Why This Matters for Sellers

The NewStar Product program reinforces TikTok Shop’s focus on innovation, product discovery, and quality assurance. By linking incentives to listing quality, early engagement tactics, and overall shop performance, TikTok is driving sellers to invest in better visual presentation, pricing strategies, and content optimization.

Sellers maintaining a Shop Performance Score of 3.5 or above and adhering to TikTok’s listing quality standards stand to benefit the most. On the other hand, failure to comply with platform rules or maintain product quality could lead to disqualification and missed incentive opportunities.

Strategic Implications for TikTok Shop’s Ecosystem

This initiative reflects TikTok’s growing commitment to building a robust commerce ecosystem powered by performance-driven seller programs. By offering tangible ad credits rather than direct cash payouts, TikTok encourages sellers to reinvest in advertising — amplifying visibility and accelerating the product discovery cycle.

Furthermore, the focus on “cold-start” activation — including discounts and sampling programs — underscores TikTok Shop’s social-commerce-first strategy. The platform aims to help new listings gain traction faster through engagement incentives, helping sellers bridge the gap between visibility and conversion.

Final Notes

The November 2025 NewStar Product Sales Incentive Program presents a timely opportunity for both new and established TikTok Shop sellers to maximize exposure, accelerate sales, and optimize ad budgets through performance-based rewards.

As TikTok Shop continues to refine its seller ecosystem, initiatives like this highlight the platform’s dual focus — rewarding proactive sellers and fostering a thriving, quality-driven commerce environment.

Source: https://seller-us.tiktok.com/university/essay?knowledge_id=6095875094218551&lang=en 

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