A recall has been issued on LaCroix. Millions of gallons were contaminated. A worker added too much flavor, and as a result, the beverage tasted too good. Tangerine tasted like tangerine, and so on. You can identify affected batches by the taste.
Allegations of Unnatural Ingredients
LaCroix faces a lawsuit alleging it contains chemicals used in cockroach insecticide. The chemicals allegedly include limonene, linalool propionate, and linalool. Limonene can cause kidney toxicity and tumors. Linalool is used in cockroach insecticide. The makers allegedly know of the unnatural ingredients. LaCroix doesn’t distinguish itself from the competition.
Legal Outcome
LaCroix was accused of false advertising as 100% natural. However, the lawsuit was dropped and both parties covered their costs. The plaintiff retracted the allegations.
LaCroix loyalists have switched to other brands. Linalool propionate, another chemical mentioned in the lawsuit, is known for treating cancer, which contradicts some concerns about the product’s safety.