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Exotic Blue Magic Kratom Products
Case Name (Date)
I.P. et al. v. Hundreds Premium LLC d/b/a Exotic Blue Magic
25-cv-1923, S.D. Cal.
(July 2025)
Product/Service
Exotic Blue Magic kratom products
Allegations
Failing to disclose that products are addictive
Status
Pending
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