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Costco Sued Over Toxic Protein Powder | Irvine News
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- Jul 10, 2026
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Summary
Costco’s latest legal trouble centers on Orgain’s organic plant-based protein powder, accused of hiding toxic heavy metals like lead, cadmium, and arsenic — substances that could have been avoided if consumers had been warned. Plaintiffs, health-conscious buyers who trusted Costco’s quality, say they’d never pay premium prices for a product they didn’t know was contaminated. The suit demands compensation and an injunction, citing serious health risks — including cancer and cognitive damage — from long-term exposure. While Orgain insists its products meet safety standards and no recall has been issued, this isn’t Costco’s first brush with legal scrutiny over product quality. The FDA’s hands-off approach on supplements leaves consumers navigating hidden dangers — and this lawsuit could change how retailers handle ingredient transparency. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7b85061acb3553de