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Ultimate Diaper
Case Name (Date)
Deng et al. v. Kudos Innovations, Inc.
24-cv-10845, D. Mass.
(April 2024)
Product/Service
Ultimate Diaper
Allegations
Falsely marketing the product as “the safest diaper for baby’s sensitive skin” and made of “plant-based materials” when testing shows that the diaper contains per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which are harmful, synthetic chemicals
Status
Voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled. as to the named plaintiffs’ claims and When a complaint is dismissed without prejudice, an amended version of the complaint can be refiled. as to the class members’ claims
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