
Dove Promises Deeper Dark Chocolate 70% Cacao
Allegations: Failing to disclose that products contain dangerous levels of heavy metals
Lyons et al. v. Mars Wrigley Confectionery US, LLC
21-cv-620, S.D.N.Y.
(Jan. 2021)
Dove chocolate-covered mixed berries
Falsely marketing products as “made with real fruit” when the fruit ingredients contain sugar and other non-fruit components
Allegations: Failing to disclose that products contain dangerous levels of heavy metals
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing that ice cream bars are covered in milk chocolate when the coating contains ingredients not contained in real chocolate
Consumer Reports study sparks class-action lawsuits.
A popular summertime treat is the subject of a current trend in class-action litigation.