16 CFR 23.27 - Misuse of the words “real,” “genuine,” “natural,” “precious,” etc.

Regulations last checked for updates: May 09, 2025

Title 16 - Commercial Practices last revised: May 05, 2025

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§ 23.27 - Misuse of the words “real,” “genuine,” “natural,” “precious,” etc.

It is unfair or deceptive to use the word “real,” “genuine,” “natural,” “precious,” “semi-precious,” or similar terms to describe any industry product that is manufactured or produced artificially.

authority: 15 U.S.C. 45,46

source: 83 FR 40667, Aug. 16, 2018, unless otherwise noted.

cite as: 16 CFR 23.27