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9Lives, Kibbles ‘n Bits, and Meow Mix
Case Name (Date)
Humphrey et al. v. The J.M. Smucker Co.
22-cv-6913, N.D. Cal.
(Nov. 2022)
Product/Service
9Lives, Kibbles ‘n Bits, and Meow Mix
Allegations
Misleadingly marketing cat foods as healthful when they contain harmful ingredients, including titanium dioxide (TiO2) and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)
Status
Pending
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