
Bumble Bee’s Dolphin Safe Representations on Tuna Products
Allegations: False “Dolphin Safe” claims
Nasser et al. v. Bumble Bee Foods, LLC
23-cv-1558, C.D. Cal.
(March 2023)
Bumble Bee canned and pouched seafood products
Falsely marketing products as sustainable when they are sourced using unsustainable fishing practices
Placing a Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) blue stamp on product labels when MSC allows members to pay for the certification and gives the certification to products that are sourced using methods that harm marine life and ocean habitats
Allegations: False “Dolphin Safe” claims
February 2018: Plaintiffs moved for preliminary approval of a settlement agreement in which the company agreed to make changes to the product’s packaging and website. According to the settlement terms,…
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