Has it really been five years since we discussed the Federal Trade Commission’s enforcement action against Chemence, Inc. for improper Made in USA claims? Yes, five years and a few days, in fact, and the sad … [Read more...]
“Made in USA” Rules — The Federal Trade Commission Wants to Hear from You
The Federal Trade Commission’s rules governing assertions that a product is “Made in the U.S.” can be confusing. As we’ve discussed on various occasions, that agency has strict standards on when claims of … [Read more...]
FTC Cracks Down on False Claims of United States Origin
You can tell them and tell them, but do they listen? Noooooo. Well, in fact, I never told “them” anything, but there’s enough information out there warning against falsely claiming imported articles are … [Read more...]
Made in USA Claims: Make Sure that FTC Requirements Are Met
Remember that old song chorus that goes “you don’t tug on Superman’s cape, you don’t spit into the wind”, among some other not-so-good ideas? Let me add one more: you don’t claim products are “Made in USA” if … [Read more...]
Manufacturer’s “Made in U.S.A.” Claim Challenged as False by FTC
By George W. Thompson The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed a Federal District Court complaint alleging that Chemence, Inc. committed unfair trade practices by claiming its merchandise, glue, is “Made … [Read more...]