The size of a spice tin can have a big impact, as demonstrated <\/p>\n
by a lawsuit against McCormick & Co. by Watkins Inc., a smaller company. <\/p>\n
Watkins alleges that McCormick reduced the amount of pepper in their tins<\/p>\n
by 25% while keeping the tin size the same, potentially misleading <\/p>\n
consumers into thinking they\u2019re getting more pepper than they actually are.<\/p>\n
This issue revolves around fairness and honesty in packaging. McCormick\u2019s<\/p>\n
tins are opaque, making it difficult for consumers to gauge the amount of <\/p>\n
pepper inside. In contrast, Watkins offers smaller tins with the same amount of pepper as McCormick\u2019s, providing transparency to customers.<\/p>\n
Watkins argues that McCormick\u2019s packaging strategy aims to deceive consumers<\/p>\n
and unfairly elevate their product above others. The practice, known as \u201cslack-filling,\u201d <\/p>\n
is considered dishonest and violates consumer protection regulations. Despite McCormick\u2019s<\/p>\n
tins indicating they contain 6 ounces of pepper, the small and hard-to-read<\/p>\n
text complicates accurate comparison between products.<\/p>\n
Ultimately, when purchasing spices, consumers are advised to scrutinize the packaging<\/p>\n
carefully. The size of the tin may not accurately reflect the quantity of<\/p>\n
the product inside, making it essential to prioritize what\u2019s actually contained within the packaging.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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