For consumers buying jeans like the popular Citizens of Humanity with a “Made in the USA” tag, questioning the accuracy of that phrase might not cross their minds.
It appears to be a factual statement to take at face value, and one that has some cash value. According to a Consumer Reports survey, 78 percent of Americans would purposely choose an item made in America over an identical one made elsewhere. and more than 60 percent of them would pay a premium for it.
But some companies, including Citizens of Humanity, are facing false advertising lawsuits for allegedly using imported components to make their products. Citizens allegedly uses fabric, thread, buttons, rivets and zipper components manufactured outside the United States.
Federal and state laws differ on labeling requirements when it come to claims like “Made in the U.S.A.” The Federal Trade Commission states that a label can include, “Made in the USA” if the product is “all or virtually all” made in the United States, but it may include foreign components.
California law, where the lawsuits are being filed, says that all components used in the manufacture of an item must come from the U.S. to display the “Made in the U.S.A” label.
Citizens of Humanity lawyers argue that federal law trumps state law, so the case should be dismissed.
Some companies have found other ways to present their products to the public, providing an honest description and avoiding litigation. An example cited by some is Ralph Lauren, whose products have this label: “Made in the USA of imported fabric.”
Citizens of Humanity Class Action Lawsuit Information
Lawyers are looking into class action lawsuits that would represent consumers who purchased Citizens of Humanity jeans labeled “Made in the USA.” If you purchased Citizens of Humanity products with this labeling, you may be entitled to compensation. Our attorneys can speak with you in a free consultation to advise you of your legal rights.
Join a Free Citizens of Humanity ‘Made in the USA’ Class Action Lawsuit Investigation
If you purchased one or more Citizens of Humanity apparel products in California in the past four years based, in part, on a “Made in the USA” label, you may be able to seek compensation by joining a class action lawsuit investigation.
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