FTC “Made in USA” False Advertising Settlements, Which Consumers Are Eligible for Refunds? Americana Liberty, TouchTunes, Oak Street

The Federal Trade Commission settled three separate lawsuits on April 14, 2026, against companies that labeled China-sourced and foreign-made goods as “Made in the USA.” The three defendants — Americana Liberty LLC, TouchTunes Music Company, and Oak Street Manufacturing (Oak Street Bootmakers) — agreed to pay a combined total toward consumer redress. If you purchased flags, electronic dartboards, or footwear from these companies, you may qualify for a refund. The FTC’s consumer notification process is now underway.

Quick Facts: FTC “Made in USA” Settlements (2026)

Field	Detail
Settlement Amount (Americana Liberty)	$167,743
Settlement Amount (TouchTunes)	$625,000
Settlement Amount (Oak Street Bootmakers)	$75,000
Combined Total	$867,743
Claim Deadline	TBD — FTC consumer notification process pending
Who Qualifies	Purchasers of covered flags, dartboards, or footwear products (date ranges TBD)
Payout Per Person	TBD — pro-rata distribution after court approval
Proof Required	TBD
Settlement Status	Proposed / Stipulated — pending federal court approval
Administrator	FTC (direct enforcement — no third-party administrator)
Official Website	ftc.gov/enforcement/refunds

Current Status & What Happens Next

• All three proposed orders require federal court approval before becoming final. The FTC filed complaints and stipulated orders in U.S. District Courts in Florida, New York, and Illinois respectively.
• Each settlement requires the defendants to provide direct notice to consumers of the FTC’s actions. The FTC will distribute refunds directly through its own refund program once orders are finalized.
• Once courts approve the orders, the FTC will announce a formal claim or notification process at ftc.gov/enforcement/refunds.

What Did These Companies Do? The “Made in USA” False Advertising Explained

The FTC brought three enforcement actions following President Trump’s March 2026 executive order directing the agency to prioritize enforcement against companies that deceive patriotic consumers with bogus “Made in America” claims.

Each company used prominent “Made in the USA” marketing while sourcing products — or key components — from countries including China, the Dominican Republic, and Brazil. The FTC alleges all three violated Section 5 of the FTC Act, Section 45a, and the Made in USA (MUSA) Labeling Rule, which requires that a product be “all or virtually all” made in the United States to carry an unqualified “Made in USA” label.

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Here is what each company allegedly did:

Americana Liberty LLC / Three Nations LLC (Fort Lauderdale, FL):

 Americana Liberty and related company Three Nations LLC, along with their principals Maximiliano Ojeda, Virginia Hilfiger, and Julian Groves, repeatedly advertised American flags, U.S. military flags, and patriotic accessories as “Made in the USA,” “All-American Made,” “100% Made in the USA,” and “Built by Americans for Americans” — even though several products were wholly imported from China. The FTC also charged them under the Textile Act for failing to disclose foreign origins on product labeling.

TouchTunes Music Company, LLC (New York, NY):

 TouchTunes claimed its electronic dartboards — sold for both home and commercial use — were “Made in the USA,” even though critical components including computer chips, cameras, and flatscreen monitors came from outside the United States. While TouchTunes completed final assembly in the U.S., the FTC said that does not meet the “all or virtually all” standard.

Oak Street Manufacturing / Oak Street Bootmakers (Chicago, IL): 

Oak Street claimed its footwear was “handcrafted 100%” in the United States and “More than Made in USA,” but since May 2023, it used a factory in the Dominican Republic to produce the top portions of certain shoes and sourced outsoles from a factory in Brazil. In some cases, Oak Street also sent shoes to the Dominican Republic for final assembly steps.

Who Is Eligible to File a Claim?

The FTC has not yet opened a formal public claim portal. However, based on the proposed settlement orders and FTC enforcement history, here is what we know about potential eligibility:

• You may qualify if you purchased American flags, military flags, flagpoles, or patriotic accessories from Americana Liberty LLC or Three Nations LLC while these products were labeled “Made in the USA.”
• You may qualify if you purchased an electronic dartboard from TouchTunes Music Company marketed as “Made in the USA” for home or commercial use.
• You may qualify if you purchased boots, loafers, moccasins, or other footwear from Oak Street Bootmakers labeled as made entirely in the United States, particularly products sourced or assembled after May 2023.
• You may qualify if you received a direct consumer notice from the FTC after the proposed orders receive court approval.
• You may not qualify if you purchased these products through a third-party seller not affiliated with the defendants, or outside the relevant purchase windows (exact dates TBD pending court filings).

What to do now: Register for FTC consumer alerts at consumer.ftc.gov so you receive notification when the refund process opens.

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How Much Can You Receive?

The total consumer redress pool across all three settlements is $867,743. Here is how it breaks down by defendant:

Defendant	Redress Fund	Notes
Americana Liberty / Three Nations	$167,743	Largest flag/patriotic product case
TouchTunes Music	$625,000	Largest MUSA Labeling Rule penalty ever
Oak Street Bootmakers	$75,000	Footwear products only

Individual payout amounts are TBD. The $625,000 from TouchTunes represents the largest consumer redress amount ever ordered in a Made in USA Labeling Rule case. The FTC distributes funds on a pro-rata basis, meaning every eligible claimant shares proportionally from the pool. Your individual check depends on how many eligible consumers ultimately file.

The FTC will publish per-person payout estimates once the courts finalize the orders and the total number of eligible claimants is determined.

How to File a Claim (Steps to Follow When the Process Opens)

The FTC has not yet opened an online claim portal for these three settlements. Once the district courts approve the proposed orders, here is how the process typically works for FTC-administered refund cases:

Step 1 — Visit ftc.gov/enforcement/refunds and search for Americana Liberty, TouchTunes, or Oak Street Bootmakers.

Step 2 — Click the active refund link for the relevant case and confirm your eligibility based on the published purchase dates and product types.

Step 3 — Enter your name, mailing address, and email address into the claim form.

Step 4 — Select the product category you purchased (flags, dartboards, or footwear).

Step 5 — Upload any proof of purchase if required (receipt, order confirmation, bank statement). The FTC sometimes waives proof requirements for lower-value claims.

Step 6 — Submit your claim and save your confirmation number or take a screenshot for your records.

Estimated time to complete: 5–10 minutes.

Important: Do not submit claims through unofficial third-party websites. The only legitimate refund portal is ftc.gov/enforcement/refunds.

Key Dates & Deadlines

Milestone	Date
FTC Warning Letters Issued	July 8, 2025
Trump Executive Order on “Made in USA” Enforcement	March 2026
FTC Complaints & Proposed Orders Filed	April 14, 2026
Proposed Orders Filed in Federal Courts	April 2026 (pending)
Court Final Approval	TBD
Consumer Notification Process Begins	TBD — after court approval
Claim Filing Deadline	TBD — announced after court approval
Expected Payment Date	TBD

Sign up at public.govdelivery.com/USFTCCONSUMER for email alerts when these dates are announced.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a lawyer to file a claim? 

No. These are FTC enforcement actions, not class action lawsuits. The FTC handles the refund process directly. You file directly on ftc.gov at no cost, without hiring any attorney or paying any fees.

Is this settlement legitimate? 

Yes. The FTC announced these three settlements in an official press release on April 14, 2026. All proposed orders will be filed in U.S. federal district courts in Florida, New York, and Illinois. You can verify the cases at ftc.gov/legal-library/browse/cases-proceedings.

When will I receive my payment?

 Payments go out after the federal courts give final approval to the proposed orders and the FTC processes all eligible claims. Based on past FTC refund timelines, this typically takes six to eighteen months after the filing date. The FTC will announce a payment date once it is confirmed.

What if I missed the claim deadline? 

The claim deadline has not been announced yet as of April 2026. Once the FTC sets and closes the deadline, no late claims will be accepted. Sign up for FTC consumer alerts at consumer.ftc.gov to make sure you do not miss the window.

Will this settlement payment affect my taxes? 

Possibly. The IRS generally considers lawsuit settlement payments taxable income if they compensate for economic losses or are paid in lieu of refunds. Consult a tax professional if you receive a payment, particularly a larger one. The FTC does not provide tax guidance.

Why do these companies say “Made in the USA” if the products are foreign-made?

The FTC’s MUSA Labeling Rule requires that a product be “all or virtually all” made in the United States to use an unqualified “Made in USA” label. Some companies incorrectly assume that final assembly in the U.S. or a majority of domestic content is enough. The FTC says it is not — and these settlements reinforce that standard.

Did these companies admit wrongdoing? 

No. All three defendants entered into stipulated proposed orders, which resolve the FTC’s allegations without any admission of liability. This is standard in FTC enforcement settlements.

What does “proposed order” mean — is the settlement final? 

Not yet. A proposed (stipulated) order means the defendant and the FTC agreed to terms, but a federal judge must still sign off. Once the court approves the order, it carries the full force of law and the defendants must comply or face contempt proceedings.

Sources & References

• FTC Official Press Release — April 14, 2026
• FTC v. Americana Liberty — Case Page
• FTC v. Oak Street Manufacturing — Case Page
• FTC v. TouchTunes Music Company — Case Page
• FTC Refund Programs Portal
• FTC Made in USA Business Guidance

Last Updated: April 16, 2026

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Legal claims and outcomes depend on specific facts and applicable law. For advice regarding a particular situation, consult a qualified attorney.