CATrends: Deceptive Deals
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Class-Action Tracker
Information about federal false advertising class actions filed around the country. Please note, our list is neither comprehensive nor reflective of TINA.org’s opinion.
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Class Actions
Boar’s Head Cheeses
Kraft Natural Cheddar Cheese
Signature Select Macaroni & Cheese
Allegations: Deceptively using slack-filled boxes
Velveeta Single-Serve Mac and Cheese Cups
Allegations: Falsely advertising that the microwavable cups are “ready in 3 ½ minutes”
Kraft Mac & Cheese
Allegations: Falsely marketing that products contain no artificial preservatives when they contain preservative ingredients
Ritz Bits Cracker Sandwiches
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing that the filling is “made with real cheese”
Kraft Mac & Cheese
Allegations: Falsely marketing the product as containing no artificial preservatives
Subway’s Steak and Cheese Sandwiches
Allegations: Products contain at least 200% less meat than pictured in advertisements
Great Value Macaroni & Cheese Original Cups
Allegations: Falsely marketing that products contain no artificial flavors or preservatives
Kraft Mac & Cheese
Allegations: Falsely representing that products contain no artificial preservatives