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‘No MSG’, ‘No Added MSG’ False Advertising Class Action Lawsuit Investigation

‘No MSG’, ‘No Added MSG’ False Advertising: Who’s Affected?

Did you purchase foods with a “No MSG” or “No added MSG” label?

“MSG” commonly refers to Glutamate (or Glutamic Acid) in foods.  MSG is a flavor enhancer, but many people report having adverse reactions to eating foods containing MSG and want to avoid the seasoning. 

Indeed, many popular prepared foods, snacks, and condiments are labeled “No MSG” or “No added MSG.”  These claims appear on popular soups and broths, including College Inn and Swanson brands, prepared meals like pasta, chicken, or meatballs, beef jerky, including Jack Links and Country Archer, and Oberto brands, chips and dips, packaged noodles, and dressings and condiments like Kraft. 

The truth, however, is that a number of products that are labeled “No MSG” or “No added MSG” actually do contain Glutamate, and, as a result, do contain MSG in violation of US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations. 

Consumers who purchased a product that was misleadingly labeled as containing “No MSG” or “No added MSG” may have a legal claim against the manufacturer.

Do you qualify?

If you purchased a product with a “No MSG” or “No Added MSG” label, you may qualify to join a false advertising class action lawsuit investigation.  Lawyers are currently investigating whether the following products were misleadingly labeled:

  • Soups and Broths, including College Inn and Swanson
  • Beef jerky, including Jack Links, Oberto and Country Archer
  • Prepared meals, including “Good & Gather” pasta, chicken and meatballs
  • Sauce mixes and flavor packets, including McCormick brand
  • Dressing and condiments, including Kraft
  • Soy and fish sauce
  • Instant noodle products, including Cup of Noodles
  • Deli meats
  • Any food containing tomato or cheese

If you purchased these or another product labeled as not containing MSG, you may qualify to join this ‘No MSG’, ‘No Added MSG’ false advertising class action lawsuit investigation.

Fill out the form on this page for more information.

What is “MSG”?

“MSG” commonly refers to Glutamate (or Glutamic Acid) in foods.  MSG is a flavor enhancer; however, many people report having adverse reactions to eating foods containing MSG. 

Reported MSG reactions can include headaches, flushing, sweating, facial pressure or tightness, numbness, tingling, or burning in the face, neck, and other areas, heart palpitations, chest pain, nausea, and weakness. 

Because many people want to avoid eating MSG, many popular prepared foods, snacks, and condiments are labeled “No MSG” or “No added MSG.”  For example, these claims appear on popular soups and broths, prepared meals like pasta, chicken, or meatballs, beef jerky, sauces and seasonings, including McCormick brand, and dressings and condiments.

The truth, however, is that a number of products that are labeled “No MSG” or “No added MSG” contain naturally occurring Glutamate, and, as a result, do contain MSG. 

What are the FDA rules about MSG labeling?

According to the FDA, “foods with any ingredient that naturally contains MSG cannot claim ‘No MSG’ or ‘No added MSG’ on their packaging.  MSG also cannot be listed as ‘spices and flavoring.’”

As a result, products that contain Glutamate, but are labeled “No MSG” or “No added MSG” are potentially misleading consumers and violating FDA rules.

How are companies potentially misleading consumers?

Many popular foods that are labeled “No MSG” or “No Added MSG” may be made with ingredients that contain MSG.

The makers of many of these foods may not clearly inform consumers about this fact.  As a result, consumers may be misled about what they are buying.

Join a ‘No MSG’, ‘No Added MSG’ False Advertising Class Action Lawsuit Investigation

Attorneys are investigating a potential class action lawsuit against companies that make misleading “No MSG” or “No MSG added” claims.  Such a lawsuit may potentially entitle consumers to compensation and may potentially be able to stop certain misleading advertising.

If you purchased a product labeled as containing “No MSG” or “No Added MSG”, you may qualify to participate in a false advertising lawsuit investigation.

Fill out the form below for a FREE case evaluation. 

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Dovel & Luner, LLP
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Santa Monica, CA 90401
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