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Costco Faces Lawsuit Over Contaminated Protein Powder | Seattle News
Costco’s under fire as a class-action lawsuit alleges they knowingly sold Orgain’s organic plant-based protein powder with dangerously high levels of lead, cadmium, and arsenic — despite marketing it as a clean, healthy choice. Independent tests, including by Consumer Reports, confirm contamination, and plaintiffs argue Costco’s branding misled consumers. The case, filed across six states, seeks a jury trial to determine if Costco adequately vetted the product. No official response from Costco yet — but this case underscores growing consumer demand for transparency in health products. Listen…
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