Forge & Fury produces handcrafted tallow-based bar soap that meets the legal definition of “true soap” under United States law. Our products are regulated by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act (FPLA). This page outlines the standards we follow to ensure accuracy, safety, and compliance across all products.
Product Classification
Forge & Fury bars qualify as “true soap” because:
- The primary ingredients are alkali salts of fatty acids created through saponification
- The cleansing action comes from these saponified oils
- No synthetic detergents are used
- No cosmetic or drug claims are made
Because of this classification, our products are regulated by the CPSC rather than the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Regulatory Oversight
CPSC regulations apply to all Forge & Fury bar soaps. Our products follow:
- Fair Packaging and Labeling Act (FPLA) requirements
- Accurate net weight marking
- Proper business name and geographic location disclosure
- Clear identity of product as “soap”
- Recommended voluntary ingredient listing for transparency
Forge & Fury does not fall under FDA cosmetic or drug regulations because our bars are not marketed to moisturize, treat skin conditions, or alter the structure or function of the body.
Labeling Standards
Every bar is wrapped in kraft paper and sealed with a silver metallic label that includes:
- Scent name
- Atmospheric intro line
- Dynamic line tied to brand identity
- Additives in the bar
- Full list of ingredients in descending order
- Net weight at time of packaging
- Company name and business location
- Optional batch code or QR code
Ingredient lists present saponified oils using accepted INCI naming practices.
Claims and Marketing Compliance
Forge & Fury makes no cosmetic or therapeutic claims.
We do not use language that implies:
- Moisturizing
- Healing or soothing
- Anti-inflammatory effects
- Antibacterial or antimicrobial action
- Treatment or prevention of any skin condition
All marketing focuses on identity, scent, grit, and cleansing performance. This ensures our products remain within CPSC jurisdiction.
Manufacturing Practices
Although true soap is not subject to FDA cosmetic GMP requirements, Forge & Fury follows disciplined production standards that include:
- Controlled measurements of oils, lye, and additives
- Documented batch records
- Exact superfat and lye safety margins
- Use of de-alcoholized beer as liquid phase
- Ingredient handling in a clean, dedicated workspace
- Curing periods of 4 to 6 weeks for product stability
- Retention of sample bars from each batch for quality monitoring
These practices support consistency, safety, and product integrity.
Safety and Testing
Forge & Fury performs internal quality checks on every batch including:
- pH confirmation
- Visual and structural inspection
- Verification of full saponification
- Review of additive levels
- Packaging inspection for adherence to labeling standards
We maintain SDS documentation for all raw materials used in production.
Contact Information
For questions regarding compliance, labeling, or regulatory classifications, contact:
Forge & Fury
Meridian, Idaho
ForgeAndFury.co
info@forgeandfury.co
We are committed to clear labeling, honest representation, and maintaining full compliance with all applicable U.S. regulations governing handcrafted true soap.