Walmart
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Toddler Beginnings
Case Name (Date)
Williams et al. v. Walmart Inc.
20-cv-2768, E.D.N.Y.
(June 2020)
Product/Service
Parent’s Choice Toddler Beginnings formula
Allegations
Misleadingly marketing products as nutritionally appropriate for children who are nine months and older when they contain less protein and more calories, sugars, carbohydrates and fat than is recommended for toddlers
Status
Legal Action
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Allegations: Failing to disclose baby foods contain toxic heavy metals
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Allegations: Failing to disclose baby foods contain toxic heavy metals
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