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SmartSweet Candies
Case Name (Date)
Decker et al. v. SmartSweets Inc.
26-cv-6009, E.D.N.Y.
(Sept. 2026)
Product/Service
SmartSweet candies
Allegations
Falsely advertising products as “naturally flavored” and containing “no artificial flavors” when they contain the artificial ingredient citric acid
Status
Pending
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