Wednesday, April 13, 2022

FTC charges battery maker in first case under Made in USA Labeling Rule

According to the FTC, Lithionics and General Manager Steven Tartaglia used phrases and American flag images to convey a Made in USA marketing message for their battery, battery module, and battery management system products. But don’t wave Old Glory just yet. As the FTC’s first action under the new Made in USA Labeling Rule alleges, the lithium ion cells Lithionics used were actually made in China. The proposed settlement includes a civil penalty of $105,319.56 and requires changes in how the company makes Made in USA claims.

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