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Idahoan Mashed Potatoes
Case Name (Date)
Alonzo et al. v. Idahoan Foods, LLC
26-cv-2322, S.D.N.Y.
(March 2026)
Product/Service
Idahoan mashed potato products, including Butter & Herb Mashed Potatoes and Russet Potatoes with Butter & Parsley
Allegations
Misleadingly marketing products as made with butter when they contain more vegetable oil than butter
Status
Pending
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