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Three films not on our Top 10 list

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In the annals of film, Citizen Kane, The Godfather, and Casablanca are among our top picks. But don’t expect our list to include TBX-FREE, Eupepsia Thin, or Prolongz, dissolving strips of film the FTC...
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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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So You Received a CID: FAQs for Small Businesses

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So you’ve received a Civil Investigative Demand (CID) from the Â鶹´«Ã½ Trade Commission related to a consumer protection matter. Now what? We appreciate that it can be daunting for any company –...
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Pulleys pushed with deceptive Made in USA claims

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According to a settlement announced by the FTC, a Texas-based company used misleading Made in USA claims to push its pulleys. Read on for an ironic object lesson related to a specific pulley component...
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FTC to glue company: Stick to established Made in USA principles

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The phrase is only nine letters long, but for many consumers, it makes the difference between a product in the shopping basket and one left on the shelf. It’s “Made in USA†and the FTC just announced...
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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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Keep your Made in USA claims red, white, and true

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There sure are a lot of seals out there. The British singer. The Navy special ops unit. The aquatic mammal. But the seals that matter to the FTC are certifications that convey representations...
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Made in USA? Avoiding a Yankee Doodle Don't

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There are lots of nifty phone accessories, bottle holders, tow straps, pet items, and lanyards out there. So a label that says the product is Made in the USA may help make the decision for some...