Whole Foods
Whole Foods 365 Spices Lawsuit: Basil, Cumin and Ground Ginger
Nationwide buyers of Whole Foods 365 basil, cumin or ground ginger, plus a Pennsylvania subclass, are in this proposed lawsuit. Follow the case.
- Potential payment
- Up to $25
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.
- Purchased at least one of the three identified 365-brand products: basil, cumin, ground ginger.
- The complaint proposes a nationwide class covering purchases during the fullest legally permitted period.
- A separate proposed Pennsylvania subclass covers purchases made in Pennsylvania.
Case overview
What is the Whole Foods case about?
A newly filed proposed class action accuses Amazon and Whole Foods of staying silent about heavy metals in some of their store-brand spices. According to the complaint, certain 365 By Whole Foods Market basil, cumin, and ground ginger contain or risk containing lead, arsenic, and cadmium.
The suit points in part to a 2021 Consumer Reports test, claiming the products showed combined heavy-metal levels that could pose health concerns with regular use. None of these allegations have been proven in court.
Legal claims raised include unjust enrichment, fraud, breach of the implied warranty of merchantability, and a violation of Pennsylvania's Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law. The plaintiff is seeking class certification, damages, restitution, injunctive relief, attorneys' fees, costs, and a jury trial.
The case proposes a nationwide class of everyone who bought the affected products within the relevant time limits, plus a Pennsylvania-specific subclass for those who made their purchases in that state.
Case details
- Company
- Amazon.com, Inc.; Whole Foods Market, Inc.
Questions people ask
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Whole Foods case payout?
The listed potential payment is Up to $25. Final amounts depend on the number of valid claims and the administrator's terms.
Who qualifies for the Whole Foods case?
Key eligibility criteria include: Purchased at least one of the three identified 365-brand products: basil, cumin, ground ginger; The complaint proposes a nationwide class covering purchases during the fullest legally permitted period; A separate proposed Pennsylvania subclass covers purchases made in Pennsylvania. Always confirm the full class definition with the official source before filing.
Is the Whole Foods 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
