Food manufacturer in court for deceptive packaging because hidden price increase is too high. Hamburg consumer advice center won against a manufacturer who reduced the content of one of its products by a full 100 grams without this being readily apparent to consumers.
“Shrinkflation” was increasingly observed in the following product categories: Snacks, especially chips. Confectionery such as chocolate and ice cream Cheese. Frozen foods such as fish or convenience foods Detergent, shower gel and other drugstore products.