Certifications

ISO 9001:2015

Quality management system registered through PRI Certification

Vanguard Soap’s quality systems are certified under ISO 9001:2015, the globally recognized standard developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). This certification demonstrates our commitment to consistent, high-quality operations across every area of our business—not just manufacturing.

Why it matters

• Validates our focus on quality management and customer satisfaction

• Recognized in over 100 countries worldwide

• It encourages and promotes continuous improvement in all areas of our company, not just manufacturing or engineering

• Strengthens internal and external customer–supplier relationships

FDA Over-the-Counter (OTC) Manufacturer

Registered with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is an agency of the United States Department of Health and Human Services. The FDA is responsible for protecting and promoting public health through the regulation and supervision of a variety of products and devices.

Vanguard Soap is a registered OTC drug manufacturer with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This registration allows us to produce FDA-compliant over-the-counter personal care products, including antibacterial soaps and medicated bar soaps.

What this means for our partners:

• Verified compliance with FDA regulations for soap manufacturing

• Eligibility to produce OTC formulations including sulfur, benzoyl peroxide, and salicylic acid soaps

• Documentation and labeling standards aligned with FDA monograph requirements

Our FDA registration supports our ability to serve regulated markets with full transparency and trust.

Learn more about FDA OTC regulations.

OTCO-Certified Organic Products

Certified by Oregon Tilth for Organic Production

Vanguard Soap is certified by Oregon Tilth (OTCO) to manufacture organic bar soaps and personal care products. This certification ensures that our processes meet USDA National Organic Program (NOP) standards.

Key highights:

• Certified to produce organic soap formulations

• Compliance with strict ingredient sourcing and traceability standards

• Approved for use of the USDA Organic seal on qualified products

• Ideal for private label brands focused on clean beauty and natural skincare

Explore OTCO’s certification program.

RSPO Certified

Member of the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO)

Vanguard Soap is certified by the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO), reflecting our commitment to ethical sourcing and environmentally responsible soap manufacturing.

What RSPO certification ensures:

• Use of responsibly sourced, traceable palm oil

• Reduction in environmental and social impact

• Alignment with global sustainability practices in soap formulation

To become RSPO certified, palm oil growers must meet a strict set of global standards. There are eight core principles that guide certification:

1. Commitment to transparency
2. Compliance with applicable laws and regulations
3. Commitment to long-term economic and financial viability
4. Use of appropriate best practices by growers and millers
5. Environmental responsibility and conservation of natural resources and biodiversity
6. Responsible consideration of employees and of individuals and communities affected by growers and mills
7. Responsible development of new plantings
8. Commitment to continuous improvement in key areas of activity

By choosing to specify RSPO-certified palm oil in their Vanguard Soap products, our private label customers can display the RSPO seal on their product packaging and promotional materials—helping reinforce sustainability commitments to consumers and strengthen their own soap manufacturing certifications story.

Learn more about RSPO certification standards.