The deadline to file a claim for the Nutella class action settlement is right around the corner. If you haven’t filed a claim yet, we suggest you do now before it’s too late. Here’s a little background on the case to help you get you started.

 

Nutella Class Action Lawsuit Settlement

The Nutella settlement will resolve two class action lawsuits, entitled In Re: Ferrero Litigation and In Re: Nutella Marketing and Sales Practices Litigation, alleging Ferrero U.S.A., Inc. improperly suggested that Nutella hazelnut spread is healthier than it actually is through its marketing and advertising. According to the class action lawsuits, Nutella actually contains “significant amounts of saturated fat and processed sugar.”

Class Members of the Nutella class action settlement include two groups of consumers: those who purchased Nutella in California from August 1, 2009 through January 23, 2012 (the California Settlement), and those who purchased Nutella in any other state between January 1, 2008 through February 3, 2012 (the Nationwide Settlement).

Class Members have until July 5, 2012 to file a claim to receive up to $4 per jar of Nutella they purchased during the class period. Class Members who purchased multiple jars of Nutella can submit a claim for up to five jars for a maximum award of $20 per household. You do not need to submit proof of purchase in order to receive settlement benefits.

Check out our claims filing instructions for the Nutella Class Action Lawsuit Settlement for more information on how to file a valid claim.