Collectable Containers

eBay will permit sales of unopened collectable containers that still contain alcohol as long as each of the following conditions are met:

• The value of the listed item is in the collectable container, not its contents. Thus bottles of wine are not permitted because their value is based on the wine in the bottle, and not the bottle itself.

• The listing description should state that the container has not been opened, but that any incidental contents are not intended for consumption.

• The item must not be available at any retail outlet, and the container must have a value that substantially exceeds the current retail price of the alcohol in the container.

• Sellers should take steps to ensure that the buyer of these collectables is of lawful age in the buyer and seller's jurisdiction (generally 18 years old in the UK and Republic of Ireland, 21 years old in the US).

• Buyers and sellers must ensure that the sale complies with all applicable laws and delivery regulations in carrying out the transaction.

Alcohol-Related Collectables

eBay permits the sale of alcohol-related collectables, including alcohol-related memorabilia, packaging and containers such as bottles, decanters or limited edition cans (provided you comply with the above collectable container sale guidelines).

Selling Chocolates with Liqueur in them

Food products that use alcohol for flavour do not fall within these laws and regulations.

Selling Wine and Beer-Making Kits

Wine and beer-making kits will continue to be allowed on eBay, as long as the kit does not contain any alcoholic beverages.

eBay wants to ensure its sellers and buyers comply with their legal obligations. Since the sale of certain alcoholic products is prohibited by law, regulated, or may cause harm to eBay or its members, sellers may not list the specified alcoholic products on eBay.