Prohibited Items Policy

Forustt’s marketplace allows the sale of most types of used/pre-owned hunting, fishing, and outdoor clothing, gear, and accessories. For the safety of our Users, items outside of our supported categories and otherwise prohibited or unlawful items may not be offered for sale on Forustt. We reserve the right to remove items and content under this policy, or any other Forustt policies and Terms of Service, at our sole discretion.

If you sell items on Forustt, you play an essential part in preventing illegal and potentially unsafe items from appearing in our marketplace, so please be sure your items are allowed to be sold before adding them to your Seller portal. If you list prohibited items, Forustt may remove them, and you may be subject to temporary or permanent account restrictions. Any sales involving prohibited items may be canceled and Forustt reserves the right to withhold payment.

If you see an item for sale on Forustt that you believe may be in violation of this policy, please notify us immediately at support@forustt.com. We will follow up and take any necessary actions.

Prohibited Items

Prohibited items are not allowed to be sold on Forustt, no matter how they are presented. Users who attempt to buy or sell prohibited or otherwise illegal items risk immediate and permanent suspension from Forustt, and other enforcement actions, such as withholding payments or funds.

Counterfeit and Infringing Products

Counterfeit products are illegal to buy and sell, and strictly prohibited on Forustt. Often referred to as “replicas,” counterfeit items may include fakes, knockoffs, bootlegs, and otherwise illegally replicated goods.

Examples of prohibited counterfeit items include but are not limited to:

  • Branded items that were not produced by a licensed manufacturer, for example, a jacket bearing the Kuiu name or logo that was not made by Kuiu;
  • Altered products made by repurposing all or portions of trademarked and authentic branded items into a different item without the rights, owner or brand’s permission;

Make sure that you have the rights to sell any items you list on Forustt. Do not upload any images that you didn't take, that are of other people without their permission, or that you do not have the rights to use. Forustt will promptly process and investigate notices of alleged infringement. See our Terms of Service for more information.

Nudity and Explicit Content

Sexually explicit items and content featuring nudity are not allowed on Forustt. We define nudity as realistic female toplessness and perceptible genitalia (of any gender), including minimal coverage by sheer or very tight fabric. 

Hateful and Violent Content

Everyone who uses Forustt deserves to feel safe and welcome in our community. We do not allow content that inherently expresses, encourages, or glorifies hate or violence towards individuals or groups based on race, ethnicity, national origin, disability, etc.

Prohibited hateful and violent content includes but is not limited to:

  • Hateful speech and symbols;
  • Harmful stereotypes and demeaning depictions of protected groups;
  • Condoning the views or activities of hateful or violent groups or individuals;
  • Threatening or inciting violence towards others; and/or
  • Promoting self-harm or suicide.

Dangerous Items

Certain types of items may present an outsized risk of harm if produced, maintained, or used improperly. Oftentimes there are shipping restrictions and, in many cases, government regulations that apply to these products, so for the welfare of Forustt buyers and sellers, items that may pose a hazard to health or safety are not allowed.

Be sure to check with your shipping carrier and government resources to learn what restrictions may apply to you. If you are not sure, you may wish to consult with a qualified expert in your area.

Food, Drugs, and Drug Paraphernalia

Forustt is not the place to sell anything meant to be eaten or otherwise consumed by humans or animals. Do not list anything meant to be consumed including raw food ingredients, packaged food products, beverages, baby formula, and nutritional supplements.

You are not allowed to sell illegal drugs on Forustt, but we also prohibit over-the-counter drugs, prescription drugs, alcohol, tobacco, and drug-related paraphernalia that is meant for making, using, or concealing drugs.

Hazardous Materials

Forustt prohibits hazardous materials, including but not limited to:

  • Aerosols and ozone-depleting substances;
  • Fuels, combustibles, and explosive precursors;
  • Carcinogens, poisons, and pesticides;
  • Radioactive materials; and/or
  • Toxic plant materials.

Ammunition, Knives and Weapons (excluding archery bows)

Ammunition, knives and weapons (excluding archery bows i.e. compound bows, long bows, recurve bows, and crossbows), additionally realistic toy and replica weapons are not allowed on Forustt. 

Medical Devices and Prescription Items

Classified medical devices and prescription items are not allowed. Please do not list anything meant to be used to prevent, diagnose, or treat a medical condition. Common examples include body wraps, contact lenses, and breast pumps. Medical devices are prohibited regardless of whether they do or don’t require a prescription.

Recalled Items

Forustt prohibits the sale of items that have been recalled by governments or manufacturers. Forustt cooperates with various external authorities to identify and remove items that may pose safety concerns even if they have not been recalled. Visit the Consumer Product Safety Commission’s website or check with your local authority for more information on what items might be subject to a recall.

Plant and Animal Products

Forustt does not allow the sale of living or viable plants and seeds. Do not sell live animals, eggs, or any product derived from domestic cats and dogs or endangered animal species, regardless of when it was made.

 Human Parts

Human body parts, waste, fluids, and remains are not allowed for legal and sanitary reasons.

Deceptive Content

Impersonation Items

Equipment and accessories that may enable someone to impersonate trusted figures such as current active police, military, airport, or emergency personnel are prohibited. This includes without limitation realistic-looking uniforms, badges, documents and credentials.

Medical Status Items

Medical documents, badges, and other potentially deceitful medical items are not allowed. This includes without limitation medical test results, vaccination status cards, and items designating service animals.

Stolen Items

Stolen merchandise cannot be listed or sold on Forustt as it violates state, federal, and international law, and our own Prohibited Items Policy. Forustt reserves the right to terminate the account of any user who violates this policy. If you believe with good reason that someone is selling stolen items on Forustt please contact your local law enforcement to report the suspected crime. Once a case has been filed, please have the officer contact us by emailing support@forustt.com. We will investigate the matter and work directly with law enforcement to assist with the investigation as needed.

Unsupported Content

Please do not list items outside of the allowable used/pre-owned hunting, fishing, and outdoor clothing, gear, and accessories categories. Items outside of these categories are not allowed on Forustt, even if not explicitly restricted or prohibited in this Prohibited Items Policy.