Lawsuit alleges “Mama Bear” salmon’s “sustainable” label hides environmental destruction in Chile
A class-action lawsuit filed in Illinois alleges Mama Bear salmon’s “sustainably farm-raised” label is misleading, citing environmental damage from supplier Australis Seafoods in Chile.
The complaint claims Australis operates 74% of its net pens in protected Chilean reserves, causing dead zones, whale entanglements and pharmaceutical pollution.
Plaintiff Cathryn Harris paid a premium for Mama Bear products based on sustainability claims she now believes were false.
The case highlights greenwashing concerns, as “sustainable” lacks a legal definition in U.S. food labeling.
Previous lawsuits against Aldi over similar Chilean salmon claims ended with the retailer removing “sustainable” language.
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