Research has revealed links between phthalates and a number of health conditions, including asthma, attention disorders, breast cancer, obesity, and diabetes, alleges the class action lawsuit.
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Phthalates bind with the fats found in Kraft mac and cheese, leaving the products with a higher concentration of the chemical. The chemicals are known as “indirect” food additives and are shed by plastic processing equipment, as well as food packing materials.
The class action lawsuit alleges that phthalates get into Kraft mac and cheese during the manufacturing process. She says that both versions contain phthalates, but Kraft does not disclose the presence of the toxic chemical on the packaging.įrancione alleges that she and other consumers would not have purchased or paid as much for Kraft mac and cheese products had they known they contained phthalates. The plaintiff says that she purchased two versions of Kraft mac and cheese, boxed and cups of the product that can be microwaved. Further, she claims that phthalates could easily be removed, but Kraft refuses to do so.įrancione wants to represent consumers like her in Massachusetts who she says purchased the product and served it to their families without being warned of the risks. Lead plaintiff, Michelle Francione, claims that Kraft Heinz Food Company is well aware of the link between the ortho-phthalates (phthalates) and asthma, allergies, obesity, and hormone interference in children, but continues to include the chemical in its popular mac and cheese.
Kraft mac and cheese contains a toxic ingredient dangerous to pregnant women and children, according to a new class action lawsuit filed in Massachusetts federal court Thursday. (Photo Credit: TonelsonProductions/Shutterstock)
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