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In an attempt to provide increased security, safety and awareness to our consumers, the following page
contains information regarding online and postal-mail coupon/sampling fraud. Please take notice to the
P&G Coupon/Sampling position, which will clearly state our stance regarding the distribution and
redemption of all P&G related coupons and samples.
Please note there are numerous counterfeit and fraudulent coupons currently being circulated both on the Internet as well as through postal mail. This is a criminal offense that can be investigated and prosecuted by Federal, State or local law enforcement. Penalties are severe and offenders are being identified and will be prosecuted. Please contact the proper authorities (see FAQ section) regarding any concerns, or encounters with fraudulent and counterfeit coupons/sampling offers, coupon sales and coupon distribution. P&G Coupon Practices FAQs Coupon Information Center P&G Coupon Practices In regards to the distribution and redemption of P&G product coupons, please take notice to the following practices:
Take a look at the following Frequently Asked Questions which represent suggestions set by the Coupon Information Center (CIC) in regards to common questions concerning coupon fraud. For more in depth and detailed information please refer to the CIC FAQ section found here: www.cents-off.com/faq.htm Back to Top FAQ Q: What does CIC stand for? A: The CIC stands for the Coupon Information Corporation. The CIC is a not-for-profit association of consumer product manufacturers dedicated to fighting coupon misredemption and fraud. Q: What are some signs of coupon scams/fraud? A: The following are all signs for potential coupon/sampling scams to look out for:
A: The CIC does in fact maintain a list of counterfeit coupons. You can see actual counterfeit coupons that criminals have attempted to redeem (or sell to unsuspecting consumers). Several P&G brands including Duracell, Pampers, Gillette, Charmin, Brawny, and Oil Of Olay have already been hit with counterfeit coupons. See examples of these here: www.cents-off.com/body_coupon_counterfeiters.htm Q: Whom should I contact if I come across a potential counterfeit coupon? A: Save all materials associated with the potential scam, and forward them to anyone of the following: The Coupon Information Center 115-D South Saint Asaph Street Alexandria, VA 22320 Communications will be kept confidential Or Call P&G Consumer relations at 1-800-879-8433. For more complete information regarding all matters related to coupon fraud, particularly suggestions about how to recognize counterfeit coupons as well as suggestions for consumers who are victims of counterfeit coupons, please visit the CIC website. (www.cents-off.com) Back to Top Coupon Information Center As a testament to our active commitment and concern for our shareholders and consumer's security and interests, P&G is a member of the Coupon Information Center (CIC). The CIC is a member supported organization that consists of a group of manufacturers who have been victims of counterfeit coupons and are committed and determined to fight coupon misredemption and fraud. The site serves a resource to educate supermarkets, manufacturers, and consumers about coupon fraud and misredemption. The CIC encourages and supports federal, state, and local law enforcement efforts to identify, investigate, and prosecute coupon misredemption. To learn more about the CIC, its mission, coupon fraud, and all related matters, please visit the CIC site: www.cents-off.com. Back to Top |
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