The SEC has charged Keurig Dr Pepper with making inaccurate statements regarding the recyclability of its K-Cup single use beverage pods. To settle the SEC’s charges, Keurig agreed to pay a $1.5 million civil penalty
Today we charged Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. with making inaccurate statements regarding the recyclability of its K-Cup single use beverage pods. To settle the SEC’s charges, Keurig agreed to pay a $1.5 million civil penalty. https://t.co/tY0zk5vN4y https://t.co/m29PP0ik1Z
Keurig hit with SEC fine for making over-caffeinated claims about the recyclability of its coffee pods https://t.co/7uSED4Zl9D
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. has agreed to pay a $1.5 million civil penalty to settle U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) charges that the company made inaccurate statements regarding the recyclability of its K-Cup pods. The settlement addresses allegations that Keurig misled consumers about the environmental impact of its single-use beverage pods. This fine comes in addition to a previously agreed $10 million fine over false advertising claims. The SEC's action underscores the importance of accurate environmental claims in corporate communications.