Class Action

Hellmann’s Olive Oil Mayonnaise Dressing

Class Action

Hellmann’s Olive Oil Mayonnaise Dressing


Case Name (Date)

Hite et al. v. Unilever United States, Inc.
22-cv-2188, S.D.N.Y.
(March 2022)


Product/Service

Hellmann’s Olive Oil Mayonnaise Dressing


Allegations

Misleadingly marketing product as made with olive oil when the ingredients list reveals it contains more soybean oil than olive oil


Status

Pending



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