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Lawsuits allege that several brands contain microplastics despite being marketed as “natural spring water.”
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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Lawsuits take aim at so-called non-disparagement clauses.
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Class Actions
Mochi Mochi Vanilla Ice Cream
In November 2019, a class-action lawsuit was filed against H Mart for allegedly misleadingly advertising that the flavoring in its mochi vanilla ice cream desserts comes exclusively from vanilla ingredients…
M&M’s Reduced Fat Vanilla Ice Cream Products
In November 2019, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Mars, Inc. for allegedly falsely advertising that its M&M’s brand reduced fat vanilla ice cream products contain vanilla when, according to…
Vanilla Chai Tea Latte from Oregon Chai
In November 2019, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Oregon Chai alleging that its vanilla chai tea latte contains less vanilla than represented on the product packaging. Specifically, plaintiffs claim…
Magnum Vanilla Ice Cream Products
Allegations: Misleadingly representing that vanilla is the exclusive flavoring ingredient when it’s not
Westsoy Vanilla Soymilk
In October 2019, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Westbrae Natural for allegedly misleadingly marketing Westsoy vanilla soymilk as containing vanilla when, according to the complaint, the ingredients list shows…
Wegmans Vanilla Ice Creams
In October 2019, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Wegmans Food Markets for allegedly misleadingly marketing vanilla ice creams as containing vanilla when, according to plaintiffs, the ingredient lists do…
Chobani Vanilla Greek Yogurt
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing yogurt as vanilla when the product contains flavoring ingredients that are not from the vanilla plant
Just the Clusters Vanilla Almond Granola Cereal from Trader Joe’s
Allegations: Falsely marketing that the flavor comes from vanilla and “other natural flavors” when the flavoring actually comes from artificial ingredients
Wholesome Pantry Vanilla Almondmilk
Allegations: Deceptively marketing that vanilla is the characterizing flavor in products without disclosing that they also contain other flavoring ingredients
Carnation Breakfast Essentials French Vanilla Drink Mix
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing that the flavor comes from French Vanilla and “other natural flavors” without disclosing that the drink mix contains an artificial flavoring ingredient