Arkansas Code § 20-27-2106 - Marking of Cigarette Packaging

(a) (1) Cigarettes that are certified by a manufacturer under § 20-27-2105 shall be marked to indicate compliance with the requirements of § 20-27-2104.

(2) The marking shall be in 8-point type or larger and consist of the letters "FSC", which signifies Fire Standard Compliant, permanently printed, stamped, engraved, or embossed on the package at or near the UPC code.

(b) A manufacturer shall use only one (1) marking and shall apply the marking uniformly for all packages, including without limitation to packs, cartons, and cases, and brands marketed by the manufacturer.

(c) (1) Manufacturers certifying cigarettes under § 20-27-2105 shall provide a copy of the certifications to all wholesalers to which they sell cigarettes.

(2) Wholesalers and retailers shall permit the Director of Arkansas Tobacco Control, the Director of the Department of Finance and Administration, the Attorney General, and their employees to inspect markings of cigarette packaging marked in accordance with this section.

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