Oakberry class action alleges acai products not ‘all natural’ and contain synthetic citric acid

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Oakberry Acai Inc. alleging the company falsely advertises its acai products as “All Natural” and “Free from Preservatives.” Plaintiff Yolanda Jean Pitre claims the products contain citric acid, which is synthetically produced using fermentation and is not naturally derived from fruit. According to the lawsuit, this synthetic citric acid has been linked to adverse health effects. Pitre argues she paid a premium price based on Oakberry’s representations and would not have purchased the product, or would have paid less, had she known about the citric acid content.

The lawsuit asserts that Oakberry’s marketing misled consumers into believing they were purchasing premium, natural products. It alleges violations of California’s consumer protection laws, including the Consumers Legal Remedies Act, the False Advertising Law, and the Unfair Competition Law. Pitre seeks to represent anyone who purchased Oakberry acai products in the United States or California within the applicable statute of limitations, requesting damages, restitution, and injunctive relief.

This case is part of a growing trend of lawsuits challenging “all natural” and “preservative-free” claims, with similar actions filed against companies like Kroger and Campbell’s.

(Source：Class Action Lawsuits)