Rule CG-TRL-004
Outcome statistics: what rule CG-TRL-004 checks
Rule CG-TRL-004 is one of the checker's outcome statistics rules. It cites FTC Policy Statement on Substantiation, 16 CFR 255.2(c). The reason, source and safer wording are below.
CG-TRL-004 · Blocks approval · Citation checked against stored text
Survey tallies, average-result figures, lasting-result promises and percentage-of-patients claims with no stated study, sample or method are unsubstantiated outcome statistics.
Source: FTC Act section 5 and FTC Policy Statement on Substantiation (1984); FTC Health Products Compliance Guidance (2022); FTC Endorsement Guides, 16 CFR 255.2(c) (typicality of results)
Safer wording: Cite a published study with sample size and method, or remove the number. Do not promise results are typical or permanent.
FTC Policy Statement on Substantiation, 16 CFR 255.2(c) · Needs counsel review
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