Prohibited items are not allowed to be sold on VFJC, no matter how they are presented. Users who attempt to buy or sell prohibited or otherwise illegal items risk immediate and permanent suspension from VFJC, 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 VFJC. 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 handbags, sneakers, and sports jerseys that were not produced by a licensed manufacturer, like a purse or VIP item bearing the Chanel name or logo that was not made by Chanel;
- Altered products made by embellishing, upcycling, or repurposing all or portions of trademarked and authentic branded items to change the form or function of the original item without the rights owner or brand’s permission, such as using material from a luxury bag to make a necklace or keychain; and/or
- Pirated or unauthorized recordings of digital media, like movies and TV shows.
Be careful not to present your items in a way that may infringe on the intellectual property rights of others or mislead buyers about who made the product. Do not use descriptors like “inspired by” followed by a brand name, like “inspired by Chanel.” Buyers and brands may interpret this as if your item is an unauthorized copy, even if you may not intend it that way.
Make sure that you have the rights to sell any items you list on VFJC. 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. VFJC will promptly process and investigate notices of alleged infringement. See our Terms of Service for more information.
Electronics
Makeup and Personal Care Products
Mystery Boxes
Socks and Underwear
Nudity and Explicit Content
In order to maintain a welcoming community, sexually explicit items and content featuring nudity are not allowed on VFJC. 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 VFJC 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, immigration status, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, weight or size.
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 VFJC 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.
Shipping Resources:
Food, Drugs, and Drug Paraphernalia
VFJC 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 VFJC, 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
VFJC 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.
Knives and Weapons
With the exception of table knives, knives and weapons are not allowed on VFJC. Weapons accessories, parts, and designs are also not allowed, nor are realistic toy and replica weapons.
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. If you are not sure whether your item is considered a medical device, you may wish to consult the FDA Product Classification Database or a similar resource from your local authority.
Recalled and Highly Regulated Items
VFJC prohibits the sale of items that have been recalled by governments or manufacturers. This includes items like lawn darts, small high-powered magnet toys, certain items with button batteries, and several baby products such as toys with small parts.
VFJC cooperates with various external authorities to identify and remove items that may pose safety concerns even if they have not been recalled. This may include items such as baby carriers and car seats, infant sleeper items, and certain personal protective equipment (PPE) such as helmets.
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 or regulation.
VFJC prohibits any item that originates from a location deemed as sanctioned by The Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”). Do not list or otherwise attempt to sell through VFJC any items that may have originated in the following locations:
- Cuba
- Crimea, (KYRM) region of Ukraine
- Donetsk People’s Republic (DNR) region of Ukraine
- Luhansk People’s Republic (LNR) region of Ukraine
- Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (North Korea)
- Iran
- Syria
Certain items originating from Russia and Belarus are prohibited, as well as any item subject to the US Tariff Act or related acts.
- Plant and Animal Products
Plants and Seeds
VFJC does not allow the sale of living or viable plants and seeds.
Animals
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. Trade of animal species listed in Appendix I of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) is prohibited internationally.
Some examples of prohibited animal products to refrain from listing on VFJC include but are not limited to:
- Elephant and mammoth ivory; commonly found in netsuke and okimono figurines, billiard balls, game pieces, and many kinds of jewelry;
- Marine turtle shell; commonly found in bracelets, hair clips, and glasses;
- Pangolin leather belts and boots, commonly misidentified as anteater; and/or
- Cheetah, jaguar, leopard, lion, ocelot, and tiger fur, claws, and teeth; commonly found in coats and jewelry.
For a full list of prohibited species and commonly related products, see the Coalition to End Wildlife Trafficking Online.
Human Parts
Human body parts, waste, fluids, and remains are not allowed for legal and sanitary reasons. Wigs made of human hair are allowed.
- 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.
Misrepresented American Indian and Alaska Native Arts and Crafts
The Indian Arts and Crafts Act is a truth-in-advertising law that prohibits misrepresentation in the marketing of American Indian art and craft products within the United States. It is illegal to offer or sell any art or craft product in a manner that falsely suggests it is the product of Native American, American Indian, or Alaska Native tribes or organizations.
Stolen Items
Stolen merchandise cannot be listed or sold on VFJC as it violates state, federal, and international law. VFJC will cooperate with law enforcement to assist with the investigation of allegedly stolen goods, including sharing data in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
- Unsupported Content
Please do not list items outside of qualifying fashion. Items outside of these categories are not allowed on VFJC, even if not explicitly restricted or prohibited in this Prohibited Items Policy.