Source: mint [India]
“Swiss chocolatier Lindt & Sprungli is contesting a class action lawsuit filed by US consumers over alleged high levels of heavy metals found in its dark chocolate bars. The lawsuit, launched in February 2023, follows a report by the US consumer organization Consumer Reports, which raised concerns about the presence of lead and cadmium in chocolates from several manufacturers, including Lindt. Lindt has denied the allegations, stating in a statement that its products comply with all applicable safety standards. … The class action lawsuit was triggered by a 2022 Consumer Reports investigation that tested 28 dark chocolate bars sold in the US. Lindt’s products were found to have elevated levels of lead and cadmium, though they were not among those with the highest concentrations.” (11/13/24)