Allulose Lawsuits Over Sugar-Free Claims
Case Overview
Consumers have initiated several class action lawsuits against companies including Trader Joe's Company, PIM Brands Inc., Promotion In Motion Inc., Welch Foods Inc., Linus Technology Inc., Chobani LLC, and Goli Nutrition Inc. The core allegation is that these defendants marketed various products as being free of sugar, despite using allulose as a sweetener.
The claims center on deceptive marketing practices, alleging that consumers were misled by labels such as "No Sugar Added" or "0g Sugar." Specific products mentioned include Trader Joe's No Sugar Added Dark Chocolate Chips, Welch's Zero Sugar Fruity Bites, David protein bars, Chobani Zero Sugar Greek Yogurt, and Goli gummies. The lawsuits allege that allulose, while a sugar under federal labeling standards, was misrepresented to consumers.
The content lists several specific case numbers and jurisdictions where these actions were filed, including cases in the U.S. District Courts for the Middle District of Florida, Central District of California, and Northern District of Illinois. The article does not provide specific settlement terms or a general claims deadline, but it advises that plaintiffs are represented by several law firms.
Who May Qualify
Consumers who purchased products from the named companies (e.g., Trader Joe's, Welch's, Chobani, Goli) and believed they were sugar-free when they contained allulose.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the basis of the lawsuits?
The lawsuits allege that several companies marketed products as sugar-free when they were actually sweetened with allulose. Plaintiffs claim this misrepresentation caused consumers to pay a higher price for the products.
Which specific products are mentioned in the lawsuits?
Products cited include Trader Joe's No Sugar Added Dark Chocolate Chips, Welch's Zero Sugar Fruity Bites, David protein bars, Chobani Zero Sugar Greek Yogurt, and Goli gummies.
Where were these lawsuits filed?
The lawsuits were filed in various federal courts across multiple states, including California, Florida, Illinois, and New York.
Related Cases
FanDuel Lawsuit Over Alleged Exploitation of Users with Targeted Promotions
$30M Equifax Hard Inquiry Dispute Class Action Settlement