Lindt's Sweet Deception: Unveiling the Truth Behind the Wrapper
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fortune
Swiss chocolatier Lindt & Sprungli is facing a US class action lawsuit over claims that its dark chocolate bars contain significant levels of lead, contradicting its marketing of "expertly crafted with the finest ingredients." The lawsuit follows a Consumer Reports article highlighting heavy metals in chocolate, including Lindt's. The company argued that its marketing claims are mere "puffery," but a US court dismissed this defense, allowing the lawsuit to proceed. Consumers allege they paid premium prices for what they believed to be high-quality, safe chocolate.