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Sprouts Tortilla and Potato Chips
Case Name (Date)
Noriega et al. v. Sprouts Farmers Markets, LLC
26-cv-2683, C.D. Cal.
(Sept. 2026)
Product/Service
Sprouts Organic Sea Salt & A Hint of Lime Tortilla Chips and Kettle Style Potato Chips
Allegations
Falsely marketing products as made with avocado oil when they are made cheaper seed oils
Status
Pending
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