Wild Planet Hooked in Class Action Over Alleged Arsenic in Sardines
A proposed class action in California alleges the premium seafood brand's sardines contain arsenic levels that blow past Prop 65 limits, threatening the "clean eating" status of the tinned fish trend.
By Foodie Pundit Newsroom - Published - Updated - Section: Policy Regulation
Key points
- Wild Planet Foods is facing a class action lawsuit alleging their sardines contain arsenic levels exceeding California's Prop 65 thresholds.
- The suit claims Wild Planet's arsenic levels are higher than those found in competing brands, undermining their 'clean' and 'natural' marketing.
- This litigation could force a massive rebranding or the addition of cancer warning labels on one of the industry's most popular 'healthy' snacks.
- Independent restaurants and wine bars that feature premium tinned fish now face potential reputation risks and a need for greater supply chain transparency.
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