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Transair, Inc. et al.
Federal Trade Commission Decisions, Volume 60, Page 694
Type of Action
Administrative
Last Updated
Docket Number
8409
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In Olde English or modern, Made in USA means Made in USA
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When thou makest claims to thy consumers, Base them in facte, not boast or rumours. Nowhere is this truer say eth Than when thou claim “Made in USA-eth.” OK – that’s not even close to Ye Olde English...
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FTC says Made in USA claims about mattress pads for truck bunks were, well, bunk
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Are we the only ones who remember C.W. McCall’s novelty song, “Convoy”? To paraphrase the lyrics of one of the few #1 hits about truckers, “Mercy sakes alive,” the FTC is “puttin’ the hammer down” on...
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Lions Not Sheep lambasted for deceptive Made in USA claims
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“BEST DAMN AMERICAN MADE GEAR ON THE PLANET” So roared a Utah-based company called Lions Not Sheep in promoting its apparel and accessories online. But according to an FTC complaint, the company was...
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$5.5 million total FTC settlements with Kohl’s and Walmart challenge “bamboo” and eco claims, shed light on Penalty Offense enforcement
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For consumers shopping for textiles for the home, products promoted as made from bamboo are a popular draw. But the FTC says some items advertised by global retailers Kohl’s and Walmart as “bamboo”...
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I’ll pay you to give this blog post five stars
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Online customer reviews of products and services have become increasingly important in the marketplace. Many consumers rely on them to decide what to buy or where to buy it, and many companies rely on...
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Abracadabra: Bad reviews be gone
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It’s the oldest trick in the book: Now you see it, now you don’t . This illusion is fine on a Las Vegas stage, but on an online retailer’s website, making negative reviews disappear is hardly magical...
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Care Labeling Rule: Should it be repealed?
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FTC rules can have a substantial impact on businesses and on the everyday lives of consumers. As part of its ongoing review of existing rules, the FTC periodically seeks your input on whether a...
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$9.3 million FTC settlement suggests Mail Order Rule compliance is always in style
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Trend-conscious buyers want the latest styles ASAP and online retailer Fashion Nova reinforced those expectations by promising “Fast Shipping,” “2-Day Shipping,” and “Expect Your Items Quick!” But...
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Apparel and Labeling
Textile, Wool, Fur, Apparel and Leather Matters Federal law requires that most textile and wool products have a label that lists the fiber content, the country of origin, and the identity of the...
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Making Made in USA claims? Hang your hat on accuracy.
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As the saying goes, some people wear their hearts on their sleeve. And many consumers who feel strongly that “American Made Matters” wear their hearts on their head. In other words, when selecting...
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Mentioning unmentionables
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When it comes to using online negative options to sell unmentionables (or anything else) , there are some material terms and conditions that marketers need to clearly mention. That’s the brief but...
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A clothes look at the RN database: Q&A with FTC staff
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It’s not much bigger than a postage stamp, but the label on many textile, wool, and fur products provides important information, including fiber content, country of origin, and a company name or...
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FTC’s Lord & Taylor case: In native advertising, clear disclosure is always in style
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It’s a fetching frock with spaghetti straps, an engineered paisley print, and an asymmetrical hemline. And it’s at the center of a law enforcement action against department store chain Lord & Taylor...
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Clothes by any other name: FTC challenges retailers’ “bamboo” claims
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Maybe “a rose by any other name would smell as sweet,” but deceptively describing rayon clothing as bamboo isn’t so sweet – and violates the FTC’s Textile Rules. In addition to civil penalties...
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Made in USA claims: Three cheers for the said right and true
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Two products sit side by side on the store shelf, but only one says “Made in USA.” For many consumers, that’s an important consideration in deciding what to buy. That’s why the FTC wants to make sure...
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