TreeHouse Foods Covered Products Class Action Settlement
If you purchased eligible TreeHouse Foods frozen breakfast items in the United States between October 18 2024 and September 2 2025, you could receive a cash payment—potentially the full purchase price per item. Submit your claim by December 16 2025 to secure your share of the $4 million settlement fund.
Download Claim Form (PDF)Who Qualifies?
- Any natural person who bought one or more “Covered Products” for personal, household, or family use—not for resale—within the class period (Oct 18 2024 – Sep 2 2025).
- Products must appear on the recall list linked in the official documents.
Key Exclusions
- TreeHouse Foods, Inc., its affiliates, officers, and employees.
- Judges and court staff involved in the case.
- Anyone who files a valid and timely request to opt out.
Cash Benefits
- Documented claims: Receive 100% of the purchase price (including tax) for each unit with proof of purchase.
- Undocumented claims: Receive the average retail price for up to two units per household.
- Payments may be adjusted up or down so total payouts equal the net settlement fund or max $50 per person—whichever is lower.
Important Deadlines
- Claim submission: December 16 2025
- Opt-out (exclusion): December 16 2025
- Objection: December 16 2025
- Final approval hearing: Date to be set at Dec 12 2025 status conference
How to File
- Complete the official claim form (button above) online or by mail.
- Attach proof of purchase if available (receipts, bank statements, etc.).
- Submit online or postmark by December 16 2025.
Key Court Documents
These PDFs explain the settlement in detail:
Long-Form Notice Settlement Agreement Preliminary Approval OrderWhy the Lawsuit Was Filed
Multiple federal cases—now consolidated as Rugg-Harrell v. TreeHouse Foods, Inc.—allege that TreeHouse negligently sold frozen breakfast products potentially contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. TreeHouse denies wrongdoing but agreed to settle to avoid ongoing litigation costs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much money can I get from the TreeHouse Foods settlement?
With receipts, you’ll be reimbursed the full purchase price for each recalled product. Without receipts, you can claim the average price of up to two products. Final amounts may be prorated.
What are “Covered Products” in the TreeHouse Foods class action?
They are specific frozen breakfast items listed in the recall announced on Oct 18 2024 and expanded on Oct 22 2024. See the PDF notices for the full list.
Do I need proof of purchase?
No, but providing receipts or similar documentation maximizes your payout. Without proof, reimbursement is limited to two items at the average retail price.
How will I be paid?
You can choose Zelle, Venmo, or a paper check during the claim process. See the payment FAQs in the long-form notice if you need help. Venmo users can also consult Venmo Help Center.
What happens if I do nothing?
You’ll forfeit any cash payment and still release your claims against TreeHouse Foods. Taking action is the only way to receive money.