Whole Foods 365 Organic Hot Cocoa class action settlement
Oct 14, 2025
Filing Deadline
Whole Foods settled a class action lawsuit alleging its 365 Organic Hot Cocoa was deceptively packaged with excessive empty space, misleading consumers about the actual quantity of product inside. The lawsuit claimed the packaging created a false impression of getting more product than was actually provided.
Consumers who purchased 365 Organic Hot Cocoa Rich Chocolate Flavor Mix or 365 Everyday Value Organic Hot Cocoa Rich Chocolate Flavor Mix from California Whole Foods locations between November 3, 2017, and March 13, 2025, were eligible.
Who Is Eligible?
You may be eligible to file a claim if you:
To qualify for this settlement, you must have:
- Purchased either "365 Organic Hot Cocoa Rich Chocolate Flavor Mix" or "365 Everyday Value Organic Hot Cocoa Rich Chocolate Flavor Mix"
- From a Whole Foods location in California
- Between November 3, 2017, and March 13, 2025
No proof of purchase was required for the first two claims per household. Additional claims may have required documentation.
How Much Can You Get?
The total settlement fund was $650,000. Each class member could receive approximately $2.90, though the exact amount depended on the number of valid claims submitted.
How to File Your Claim
Filing your claim is quick and easy:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was wrong with the Whole Foods 365 Organic Hot Cocoa packaging?
The lawsuit alleged that Whole Foods used deceptive packaging with excessive empty space (called 'non-functional slack-fill') that made customers think they were getting more product than they actually received.
How much money will I get from the Whole Foods hot cocoa settlement?
The settlement amount per person hasn't been determined yet. The total fund is $650,000, and individual payouts will depend on how many people file valid claims and the final settlement terms.
When is the deadline to file a Whole Foods 365 hot cocoa claim?
The claim deadline hasn't been announced yet as the settlement is still being finalized. Class Action Buddy will notify you when the claim period opens and help you file on time.
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