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1. Who We Are
DamascusLab ("we," "us," "our") is an independent cutlery research and review publication. We publish in-depth metallurgical guides, product reviews, and buyer comparisons covering Damascus steel kitchen knives and related culinary cutlery.
2. FTC Compliance Statement
In accordance with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines under 16 CFR Part 255 — "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising" — DamascusLab discloses all material connections between this website and the brands or products we review.
This disclosure applies to all pages on this website, including product reviews, buyer guides, comparison articles, and category roundups.
3. Affiliate Programs We Participate In
DamascusLab participates in the following affiliate and referral programs:
| Program | Operator | What It Means for You |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon Associates | Amazon.com, Inc. | We earn a small commission (typically 1–8%) when you click an Amazon link and purchase within 24 hours. |
| Dalstrong Direct | Dalstrong Inc. | Referral commission on qualifying direct purchases via our tracked link. |
| HexClad Referral | HexClad Cookware | Referral commission on qualifying direct purchases via our tracked link. |
| Shun / KnifeCenter | KnifeCenter.com | Referral commission on qualifying purchases of Shun cutlery. |
Amazon Associates Disclosure: DamascusLab is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.
4. Editorial Independence Policy
Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial rankings, test scores, or written opinions. Products are evaluated based on metallurgical testing criteria, user experience, and value analysis. A product can receive a low score or negative review even if it generates a higher affiliate commission.
We do not accept payment in exchange for positive reviews. We do not accept free products in exchange for guaranteed positive coverage. If we receive a product sample for review purposes, it will be clearly disclosed within the relevant article.
5. Price & Availability Notice
Prices listed on DamascusLab are accurate at the time of publication but may change at any time. Always verify the current price on the retailer's website before purchasing. DamascusLab is not responsible for price discrepancies between listed and actual prices.
6. Contact Us
If you have questions about our affiliate relationships, editorial policies, or this disclosure, please contact us at: editorial@damascusknifeset.com