Target
TINA.org investigated Target’s website – www.target.com – and found that false and deceptive Made in the USA labeling issues were widespread on its site, including product specifications that falsely stated…
Instant Pot DUO Electric Pressure Cookers
Case Name (Date)
Anguiano et al. v. Target Corp.
23-cv-3890, D. Minn.
(Dec. 2023)
Nelson et al. v. Target Corp.
23-cv-3681, D. Minn.
(Nov. 2023)
Perez-Pinon et al. v. Target Corp.
23-cv-3891, D. Minn.
(Dec. 2023)
Product/Service
Instant Pot DUO Electric Pressure Cooker
Allegations
Advertising that pressure cookers have safety features that prevent them from being opened while in use when the lids can actually be removed from units with heat, steam, and pressure still inside creating a significant risk that the hot contents will harm consumers
Status
Pending
Legal Action
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