A lawsuit has been filed and is seeking class action status against the beverage company and its parent, Cadbury Schweppes Americas Beverages, alleging false and deceptive advertising. The lawsuit was filed in New Jersey Superior Court and alleges the use of high-fructose corn syrup in the drinks renders the "all natural" claim misleading.
Snapple teas and juices claim on their labels to be "all natural" and "made from the best stuff on Earth." The lawsuit was filed on behalf of New Jersey residents who drank certain Snapple teas and juice drinks during the past six years and seeks to force the company to alter its labeling and refund consumers.
High-fructose corn syrup is made from corn starch that is processed with enzymes to create glucose and fructose. It takes a multiple step process to generate and is therefore not natural.
If you feel you should be included in this possible class action, please contact Philip Tortoreti of [Tortoreti, Tomes & Callahan]
