The FTC is refunding over $88,000 to consumers who purchased Chinese-made measuring cups falsely marketed as “Made in USA” by Instant Brands. (Shutterstock)
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The Federal Trade Commission is distributing more than $88,000 in refunds to more than 10,000 consumers who purchased Chinese-made measuring cups marketed as “Made in USA” by Instant Brands, the maker of Pyrex kitchen products.
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In 2023, the FTC charged Instant Brands for falsely claiming that its popular glass measuring cups were entirely made in the United States, despite some units being imported from China.
The company sold more than 110,000 of these sets while making misleading claims.
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Under a settlement, Instant Brands agreed to stop deceptive marketing and pay a monetary judgment.
Refund checks are being issued to 10,259 consumers, who are encouraged to cash them within 90 days.
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For more information, consumers can contact refund administrator Simpluris at 833-244-7320 or visit the FTC website.
The FTC issued $330 million in refunds to consumers across the U.S. last year through similar actions.
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