America, Inc. and Products & Patents, Ltd. Agree to Settle Allegations Over Smoking Cessation Product Claims

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America, Inc. has agreed to settle allegations that its PhaseOut device, marketed as a smoking cessation aid, makes unsubstantiated claims about its performance and benefits, and must now provide reliable scientific evidence to support its claims.

Original source language: Federal Register — Federal Trade CommissionOpen original release →

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