Ziploc Bags and Containers
Allegations: Falsely marketing products as “Microwave Safe” and suitable for use in freezers
Windex Vinegar Products
May 2023: This case was voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled., the reasons for which were not disclosed.
April 2022: Plaintiffs filed an amended complaint alleging that the company falsely markets that products are non-toxic and that the packaging is made of recycled plastic.
May 2020: A class-action lawsuit was filed against S. C. Johnson & Son, Inc. for allegedly misleadingly marketing Windex Vinegar window cleaning product as an environmentally-friendly alternative to other cleaning products. Specifically, the complaint claims that the company labels the product as having a “Non-Toxic Formula” to convey that it is not harmful to people, pets, and the environment when, according to plaintiffs, the product contains potentially harmful and toxic ingredients. (Shimanovsky et al v. S. C. Johnson & Son, Inc., Case No. 20-cv-3588, S.D.N.Y.)
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ecover plant-based cleaning products
Allegations: False plant-based claims
Various Windex Products
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing products as non-toxic
Windex
Allegations: Falsely marketing products as non-toxic
Windex Products
Allegations: Falsely marketing products as non-toxic
Sun Bum Dry Shampoos
Allegations: Failing to disclose that products may contain the carcinogen benzene
Oars + Alps Cosmetics and Beauty Products
Allegations: False natural claims
Sun Bum Products
Allegations: Failing to disclose products contain the carcinogen benzene
Ziploc Slider Bags
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing that bags provide “unbeatable protection” and “unbeatable freshness” when they are not superior to other products
Babyganics Products
Babyganics Bath Products
Raid Concentrated Deep Reach Fogger
Babyganics Pre-Moistened Wipes
Babyganics SPF 50+ Sunscreens
Off! Family Care Clean Feel Insect Repellent
Various Method and Ecover Products
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