Walmart
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Parent’s Choice Yogurt Bites
Case Name (Date)
Castillo et al. v. Walmart Inc.
24-cv-6757, N.D. Cal.
(Sept. 2024)
Product/Service
Parent’s Choice Yogurt Bites
Allegations
Falsely marketing products as containing “No Preservatives” when they contain the preservative ascorbic acid
Status
Pending
Legal Action
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