Source: BroBible
Summary
A TikTok user, Jimmy Wrigg, visited a Dollar General store to investigate the weight of their Clover Valley powdered sugar, which is listed as 2 pounds. However, after weighing several bags, he found that none of them weighed 2 pounds or more, with some weighing as low as 1.2 pounds. This has sparked concerns about “shrinkflation” and false advertising. According to the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act, the listed weight on a package must be accurate, with some allowances for variance.
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Dollar General’s Clover Valley powdered sugar is the latest example of “shrinkflation” in the food industry. TikTok user Jimmy Wrigg’s investigation found that the listed weight of 2 pounds was not accurate. The law requires the listed weight to be accurate, with some allowances for variance. Commenters are shocked and angry about the incorrect weights, with some calling for class action lawsuits.
The “Average Requirement” and “Individual Package Requirement” stipulations allow for some variance in weight, but it seems that Dollar General’s products are not in compliance with the law.
Remember: when you’re out shopping, check your weights.
False advertising is the new shrinkflation.
Author: Evan Null
