A new lawsuit filed in California accuses Cento Fine Foods of “tomato fraud” related to its canned tomato products marketed under San Marzano naming. According to the complaint, two California residents claim the company does not use real San Marzano tomatoes in at least one product, and that Cento’s marketing and labeling create a misleading impression about the ingredients.
The plaintiffs argue that Cento’s use of the San Marzano namesake is false and unfair, pointing to how products are described on packaging. One outlet reports the lawsuit challenges the labeling of Cento San Marzanos as “Certified San Marzano” tomatoes.
Cento disputes the allegations, according to ABC News, saying the claims lack merit. The lawsuit is ongoing, and the company’s response and the specific product details alleged in court have not been resolved publicly in the reports. No verdict or formal finding has been issued.
