Gatorade
Gatorade Class Action Lawsuit Over Hydrates Better Than Water Label
Five plaintiffs allege PepsiCo falsely labeled Gatorade as hydrating better than water in a class action lawsuit. Claims are not open. Follow the case.
- Potential payment
- Up to $15
Subject to eligibility and claim terms.
- Claim deadline
- TBD
- Proof requirement
- TBD
Eligibility
Who may qualify?
Check the covered dates, products, locations, and other official terms before you file.
- You must have purchased classic Gatorade or Reduced Sugar Gatorade products.
- You must have relied on the representations on the product’s packaging, such as the “Hydrates Better Than Water” claim or the “No Artificial Flavors, Sweeteners, or Colors from Artificial Sources” claim, when making your purchase.
- You must have purchased the products for personal use, not for resale.
Case overview
What is the Gatorade case about?
Five plaintiffs have filed a lawsuit accusing PepsiCo and The Gatorade Company of false and misleading advertising tied to two label claims. First, the suit challenges Gatorade's claim that it "hydrates better than water," alleging this statement has been proven false. Second, it targets Reduced Sugar Gatorade's claim of having "no artificial flavors, sweeteners, or colors from artificial sources," arguing this is false because the product contains citric acid, an ingredient that, according to the complaint, is commercially manufactured more than 99% of the time through a processed derivative of black mold (Aspergillus niger), making it artificial rather than natural. Based on these allegations, the lawsuit brings ten causes of action, including violations of consumer protection laws in New York, California, Illinois, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania, along with claims for false advertising, breach of warranty, failure to warn, and unjust enrichment.
Case details
- Company
- The Gatorade Company and PepsiCo, Inc.
Questions people ask
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Gatorade case payout?
The listed potential payment is Up to $15. Final amounts depend on the number of valid claims and the administrator's terms.
Who qualifies for the Gatorade case?
Key eligibility criteria include: You must have purchased classic Gatorade or Reduced Sugar Gatorade products; You must have relied on the representations on the product’s packaging, such as the “Hydrates Better Than Water” claim or the “No Artificial Flavors, Sweeteners, or Colors from Artificial Sources” claim, when making your purchase; You must have purchased the products for personal use, not for resale. Always confirm the full class definition with the official source before filing.
Is the Gatorade case open for claims?
Not yet. No claim process is currently open. TapClaim monitors official updates to this case.
Settlement administrator and official sources
- Listing verificationLast checked Sep 26, 2026
