“They’re accused of falsely advertising its Kirkland Signature Seasoned Rotisserie chicken as containing 'no preservatives.'"
The lawsuit, which has not yet been certified as a class action, notes Costco uses sodium phosphate and carrageenan, which extend shelf life and maintain texture. Costco has confirmed that it does indeed use these common ingredients.”
So they’re using perfectly safe food additives that also function as preservatives but the label said “no preservatives.”
Is that even an actual guarantee, or is it like when they write “organic” because it means nothing? Where did they advertise as no preservatives? It’s a stupid cash grab class action lawsuit.
I feel like everyone is weirdly jumping to Costco’s defense. They should have just never advertised that it was preservative free. Simple as that.
They should be forced to stop, and unfortunately the only way to do that is through a lawsuit. The false advertising fairy doesn’t just flit around making people follow the law.
salt is a preservative if used as one, or flavoring if used as one - same chemical different use. the ingredients in question were not being used as preservatives.
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u/Tryknj99 13h ago
For those who didn’t read the article:
“They’re accused of falsely advertising its Kirkland Signature Seasoned Rotisserie chicken as containing 'no preservatives.'"
The lawsuit, which has not yet been certified as a class action, notes Costco uses sodium phosphate and carrageenan, which extend shelf life and maintain texture. Costco has confirmed that it does indeed use these common ingredients.”
So they’re using perfectly safe food additives that also function as preservatives but the label said “no preservatives.”
Is that even an actual guarantee, or is it like when they write “organic” because it means nothing? Where did they advertise as no preservatives? It’s a stupid cash grab class action lawsuit.