Class Action Says NBTY’s Ester-C Vitamins Are Falsely Labeled “Made in USA”
A Florida shopper said Ester-C labels carried an American flag and an unqualified “Made in USA” claim even though the vitamin C was imported.
AP Review Questions Fabric in “Made in USA” Campaign Hats
A microscopic analysis found one of five hats bought from the Trump campaign used a fabric that did not match the U.S. supplier the maker named.
Class Action Says Whitebridge Pet Treats Labeled “Made in USA” Used Imported Ingredients
A Los Angeles County dog owner sued the Chicago pet treat maker, saying “Made in USA” treats contained ingredients such as tapioca starch from outside the USA.
Cars.com 2016 Index: Toyota Camry Again the Most USA-Made Car
Toyota and Honda took the top five spots in Cars.com’s 2016 American-Made Index, which grew by one model to eight cars.
Heinz 57 Sauce “Made in USA” Suit Returns With Second Amended Complaint
After a judge dismissed her first complaint, a San Diego-area shopper refiled claims that Heinz 57 sauces labeled “MFD. in U.S.A.” used imported ingredients.
Ad Watchdog Finds 100+ More False “Made in USA” Listings on Walmart.com
Truth in Advertising said Walmart.com still listed products made in China and Korea as Made in USA, a year after an FTC inquiry closed.
FTC Closes Shinola Probe as Brand Drops “Where American Is Made” Slogan
FTC staff said 100% of the materials cost of certain Shinola watches came from imports, and Shinola agreed to qualify its claims.
XpressWest Drops China Railway Partner, Cites Rule That High-Speed Trains Be USA-Made
The Las Vegas rail developer said its biggest challenge was the federal requirement that high-speed trains be manufactured in the USA.
FTC Closes Probe of Arkansas Mop Maker After It Qualifies “Made in USA” Claims
J.W. Manufacturing agreed to add “Made in USA with US and Foreign Materials” stickers after the FTC said some mop heads used significant imported fibers.
FactCheck.org: Suits, Shirts and Ties Are Still Made in the USA
Checking a claim that such clothing is no longer made in the USA, FactCheck.org found suit, shirt and tie makers still producing domestically.