Amazon and Flipkart Review Unlicensed Security Cameras in India

Amazon and Walmart's Flipkart have begun reviewing security camera listings on their Indian e-commerce platforms to identify products that may lack required regulatory licences, Reuters reported on Thursday.

The review targets surveillance equipment sold through the two largest online marketplaces in the country. Both companies are scrutinising whether the cameras on offer comply with local rules that govern the import, sale, and operation of such devices. The move signals a tightening of internal compliance checks as regulatory scrutiny of connected devices increases.

Neither Amazon nor Flipkart disclosed the specific regulation driving the review, nor did they say how many listings are under examination. A spokesperson for Amazon India declined to comment on the scope of the audit, while Flipkart did not immediately respond to a request for detail. The companies have not indicated whether non-compliant products will be delisted or given a grace period to obtain certification.

India's wireless and telecom authorities require certain categories of radio-frequency and surveillance equipment to carry type approval or other certifications before they can be sold. In recent years, the government has also expanded mandatory testing and labelling regimes for electronics, including security cameras, to address cybersecurity and data-privacy concerns. E-commerce platforms are expected to ensure that third-party sellers meet those requirements before listing products.

The review comes as both marketplaces face broader pressure to police counterfeit, unsafe, or non-compliant goods. Industry executives say the action may prompt smaller sellers to seek certification or exit the category, potentially reshaping the competitive landscape for affordable home-security devices. It remains unclear how long the audit will take or whether other product categories will face similar scrutiny.