Does Kickstarter product have to pass government regulations in order to sell?

While Kickstarter itself does not require products to pass specific government regulations as a precondition for listing, there are several considerations and external regulations that apply:

Compliance with External Regulations

• Projects on Kickstarter must comply with all relevant laws and regulations. For example, if a project involves radiofrequency devices, it must comply with FCC regulations, including obtaining the necessary equipment authorization before selling to consumers3.

Disclosure and Transparency

• Kickstarter requires transparency, especially when AI tools are used. However, this is more about disclosure to backers rather than compliance with government regulations1.

Prohibited Items

• Kickstarter prohibits projects that are illegal, heavily regulated, or potentially dangerous for backers. This implies that creators must ensure their projects do not violate any laws or regulations4.

Business and Legal Considerations

• Creators are advised to form a proper business entity to protect themselves legally, but this is more about the creator's legal setup rather than the product's compliance with government regulations5.

In summary, while Kickstarter does not enforce government regulations directly, creators must ensure their projects comply with all relevant laws and regulations to avoid legal issues and ensure the project can proceed to production and sale.