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It’s no secret that consumers love to buy food they feel good about eating. Food brands know this, and often try to draw in customers by printing their products’ most compelling nutrition highlights on the packaging. Sometimes, however, those claims land the company in the spotlight for the wrong reasons.
Last year, Clif Bar and Wahlburgers were faced with multi-million dollar lawsuits after their products’ packaging claims were called into question. Earlier this year, Deep River Snacks paid into a $4 million settlement after it was accused of labeling its potato chips as “Non-GMO” without proper certification.
Now, a popular snack cracker is at the center of a new lawsuit. Wheat Thins is accused of misleading customers with its nutrition claims.
What to Know About the $10 Million Wheat Thins Lawsuit
Mondelez International Inc. has been accused of misrepresenting the ingredients in Wheat Thins. According to Top Class Actions, the Nabisco-owned brand claims to use 100 percent whole grains in its crackers. The lawsuit alleges that the snack is not made from 100 percent whole grain wheat, but instead uses refined grains. Refined grains are those that have the fibrous and nutrient-filled bran and germ layers removed. In contrast, whole grains keep those layers intact.
Though Mondelez International Inc. has denied any wrongdoing, and the plaintiff has not yet proved any allegations in court, the company has created a $10 million settlement fund from which class members may receive reimbursement.
How to File a Claim in the Wheat Thins Lawsuit
Those 18 and older who purchased any of the products listed below between Oct. 13, 2018, and May 9, 2025, may be eligible for reimbursement.
- Original Wheat Thins
- Reduced Fat Wheat Thins
- Sundried Tomato & Basil Wheat Thins
- Big Wheat Thins
- Ranch Wheat Thins
- Hint of Salt Wheat Thins
- Cracked Pepper & Olive Oil Wheat Thins
- Spicy Sweet Chili Wheat Thins
- Other Wheat Thins products that claim to be 100 percent whole grain
If you purchased any of these products, you have two options to file a claim:
Valid claim with proof of purchase: Class members who have proof of purchase, such as a receipt, can receive between $8 and $20 per household, depending on the number of products purchased.
Valid claim without proof of purchase: Those without a receipt can receive $4.50 per household.
Those who wish to submit a valid claim may do so through the mail or using the online claim form. All documents must be submitted online or postmarked by July 7 to be included in the settlement. And if you can’t find your receipts, be sure to check your grocery store apps for digital copies.
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