16 CFR § 23.27Chapter I
§ 23.27 Misuse of the words “real,” “genuine,” “natural,” “precious,” etc.
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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.
eCFR data current as of: June 10, 2026
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