As part of the settlement of a class action lawsuit filed against the company in March 2019, anyone who has purchased Celsius Energy Drink or its powdered energy packets within the past seven years is eligible to receive up to $250. There is a possibility.
The lawsuit alleges that Celsius falsely labeled its products as preservative-free even though they contained citric acid, according to a website where people could submit claims. He stated that it was added as a flavoring agent, not as a preservative.
The two sides agreed to settle to avoid the costs of the ongoing litigation.The court ruled in favor of neither party, according to the website.
Who qualifies?
Between January 1, 2015 and November 1, 2015, you may not drink any Celsius branded beverage (Celsius, Celsius Live Fit, Celsius Heat, Celsius BCAA+ Energy, Celsius with Stevia, Celsius on the Go, or Flow Fusion). Purchased for personal consumption. February 23, 2022 is eligible to submit a claim.
How much can I charge?
Celsius has agreed to distribute $7.8 million to pay claims related to the settlement, the website said.
According to the website, the amounts people can claim and potentially receive are:
- $1 per can of Celsius purchased between January 1, 2015 and November 23, 2022
- $5 per package of Celsius on the Go and Flow Fusion powdered drinks purchased between January 1, 2015 and November 23, 2022
If you have a receipt with proof of purchase, you can claim up to $250 total per household. According to the website, people without receipts can charge up to $20 per household for her.
How do I make a claim?
Claims can be submitted online at www.celsiusclassactionsettlement.com or by mail (must be postmarked by February 13, 2023). For more information, please visit our website.
When is the deadline for submitting a claim?
Claim submission deadline is February 13, 2023. A fair hearing to approve the settlement is scheduled for March 31, 2023.