Lawsuit says Costco's 'no preservatives' claim about its popular rotisserie chickens is false
A lawsuit alleges Costco falsely claims its rotisserie chickens have 'no preservatives,' citing sodium phosphate and carrageenan as additives.Summary
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Costco in San Diego federal court, alleging false advertising regarding its Kirkland Signature Seasoned Rotisserie Chicken. Plaintiffs Anatasia Chernov and Bianca Johnston claim Costco falsely advertises the chicken as containing “no preservatives” on its website and in stores, despite the presence of sodium phosphate and carrageenan. The lawsuit argues that consumers rely on such claims when making purchasing decisions and that Costco has financially harmed customers through this alleged deception. According to the plaintiffs’ attorney, Wesley M. Griffith, “Consumers reasonably rely on clear, prominent claims like ‘No Preservatives,’ especially when deciding what they and their families will eat. Costco’s own ingredient list contradicts its marketing. That's unlawful, and it's unfair.” The suit further contends that Costco has cheated customers out of potentially hundreds of millions of dollars.
(Source：KABC-TV)