Case Name (Date)

Watts et al. v. Beiersdorf Inc.
24-cv-527, E.D.N.Y.
(Jan. 2024)


Product/Service

Aquaphor Lip Repair


Allegations

Falsely marketing products as containing “No Preservatives” when they contain a preservative ingredient (sodium ascorbyl phosphate)


Status

Pending



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