
Ziploc Bags and Containers
Allegations: Falsely marketing products as “Microwave Safe” and suitable for use in freezers
Winans Jr. et al. S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc. and Sun Bum, LLC
22-cv-451, E.D.N.Y.
(Jan. 2022)
Sun Bum products, including Oxy Free Zinc Oxide Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50, After-Sun Cool Down Gel, and After-Sun Cool Down Aloe Vera Spray
Failing to disclose products contain the carcinogen benzene
Pending
Allegations: Falsely marketing products as “Microwave Safe” and suitable for use in freezers
Allegations: False plant-based claims
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing products as non-toxic
Allegations: Falsely marketing products as non-toxic
Allegations: Falsely marketing products as non-toxic
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing products as “Non-Toxic”
Allegations: Failing to disclose that products may contain the carcinogen benzene
Allegations: False natural claims
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing that bags provide “unbeatable protection” and “unbeatable freshness” when they are not superior to other products
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