Santa Clara, CA: A consumer fraud class action lawsuit has been filed against Barilla over allegations the pasta maker underfills its boxes of gluten-free, protein plus and whole grain pastas, by as much as 25 percent.
Filed by four residents of New York, the lawsuit claims that Barilla has engaged in deceptive packaging of its speciality pastas. According to the complaint, “Barilla relies on consumers’ familiarity with the box size and appearance,” to “mislead consumers into thinking they are purchasing the same quantity of pasta when, in reality, the company is filling the boxes with materially less pasta.” While the plaintiffs state that the “new reduced weight” of the pasta is noted on the box, they assert it’s in small print.
The plaintiffs assert they’ve suffered “out-of-pocket loss” and have been “overcharged” after buying Barilla pasta over the years.
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I bought Barilla pasta for years for the sole reason that it came from Italy and I know Italy does not use GMO wheat and that all of US wheat is GMO. This is very upsetting to learn this as I was involved in another class action suit for misleading consumers by not declaring they used GMOs. Just tell consumers what they are buying and what they are using in their products. I've always paid more for products from Italy because of their higher standards. Their pasta should say made in the USA if they are. I certainly will never buy it again.
Posted by Ann Marie Villaescusa
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Have purchased Barilla products for years - did not realize the box contained less then it sould have.
Posted by Mary E Barnes
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The small amount eas not caused by settling of the pasta?
Posted by Alan Farrow
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I have been using this product all my life and i did start noticing the boxes weren't filled all the way . Please include me
Posted by Karen Olson
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Barilla has been the pasta I've purchased solely for the last 10 year, I wasn't aware I was getting less than I paid for.
Posted by pat Stulov
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Been a long time consumer of Barilla Products our family enjoy eating. Always wonder why the box is half full when i buy it..but continue to purchase it..now i know why..pls include me in this lawsuit. thank you
Posted by Sharon Trott
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I have bought this product for years, at least 4-5 times a month. I am real upset because I have recommended this product to my friends too.
Posted by Rebecca contee
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My favorite pasta never realized it
Posted by ronald e helm
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i used work at the plant where the is made and buy barilla pasta all the time had no idea!
Posted by Sherri Deditch
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This item is purchased on a monthly basis
Posted by Tammy Allen
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I buy this product every month when shopping. I have noticed Who knew.
Posted by Pat Stulov
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I always use Barilla pasta ..sad to hear how they can do this to us as consumers.
Posted by Renee McClinton
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I noticed having to use boxes of Barilla to equal to one box when preparing meals. Although Barilla has contributed to false advertising practices, it is my belief that many other companies are doing the same with their products. Also, they are charging higher prices for smaller amounts of product.
Posted by Debbie Boyko
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I have purchased Barilla in many varieties over many years. Sad to hear this...
Posted by Joyce Carter
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Oh no, I had no idea! I buy this whenever it is on sale and would never have thought about that. Barilla is my favorite brand of pasta!
Posted by Ed Beckwith
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I bought Barilla Plus and discovered it was only 3/4 full.
Posted by vicki McCullough
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I use to always use barrilla pasta. But you get more from other pasta co
Posted by Martha Chavez
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The Box seemed lighter than other boxes by other brands.
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