By Steve Levine
Published: October 24, 2025 · Updated: June 19, 2026
Status
Final Approval Granted, Payments Pending
claims closed December 16, 2025 · final approval granted February 13, 2026
Estimated Payout
Summer 2026 (estimated)
likely June through August 2026 · editorial estimate, not an administrator-confirmed date
Official Payment Date
Not announced
the settlement administrator has not announced an official payment date
Settlement Fund
$4,000,000
covers valid claims, notice and administration, attorneys' fees, and service awards
Payout
Avg. Retail Price (up to 2 units)
full purchase price per unit with receipts · subject to pro rata
Proof Required
No (up to 2 products)
receipts let you claim the full purchase price per unit
What is the $4 Million TreeHouse Foods Settlement?
You may be part of a new $4 million class action settlement reached with TreeHouse Foods over allegations tied to a 2024 recall of certain frozen breakfast products due to potential Listeria contamination. If you purchased Covered Products in the United States for personal use between October 18, 2024 and September 2, 2025, you may qualify for a cash payment. TreeHouse denies wrongdoing and agreed to settle to avoid the costs and risks of litigation.Which Products Are Part of the Treehouse Settlement?
Covered Products are certain frozen breakfast items involved in the 2024 TreeHouse voluntary recall, including waffles and pancakes made at the Brantford, Ontario facility.| Brands Covered |
|---|
| Always Save |
| Best Choice |
| Bettergoods |
| Breakfast Best |
| Clover Valley |
| Essentials |
| Food Lion |
| Foodhold |
| Giant Eagle |
| Target - Good & Gather |
| Great Value |
| Hannaford |
| Harris Teeter |
| H-E-B Higher Harvest |
| Kodiak Cakes |
| Price Chopper |
| Publix |
| Schnucks |
| SE Grocers |
| Simple Truth |
| Tops |
| Western Family |
The full list of brands, product codes, sizes, and lot codes is posted on the official website. See the full list of all covered products as part of the open class action here
Who is TreeHouse Foods?
TreeHouse Foods is a private label food manufacturer based in Oak Brook, Illinois. The company produces store brand items for major retailers across North America, including frozen breakfasts, cereals, snacks, and beverages. Many consumers buy TreeHouse products under retailer labels rather than the TreeHouse name.Where Is It Sold?
TreeHouse manufactures for grocery chains, mass merchants, and club stores nationwide, and products are also available through e-commerce marketplaces. Examples include Walmart, Target, Costco, and retailer storefronts on Amazon where store brand items are sold. Availability varies by region and retailer program.Is it sold on Amazon, Target, Costco or Walmart?
Yes. TreeHouse supplies store brand items that are sold at Walmart and Target, through warehouse and club channels like Costco, and via online marketplaces such as Amazon under retailer brand names.What is the Total Settlement Amount?
The settlement fund is $4,000,000. It covers valid claims, notice and administration, court-approved attorney fees, and any service awards.How Do I Qualify For a Payout?
You qualify if you purchased any Covered Product in the United States for personal, family, or household use between October 18, 2024 and September 2, 2025.How Much Can I Get Paid?
• With Receipts: Full purchase price per unit, including taxes.
• Without Receipts: Average retail price for up to two units per household.
Final amounts may be adjusted pro rata depending on total valid claims.
How Do I File a Claim?
File online at the official portal or mail a completed claim form by the deadline.What is the Claim Form Deadline?
December 16, 2025 for online submission or postmark if mailed.What are the Important Dates?
Eligible purchases: October 18, 2024 to September 2, 2025
Opt out or object by: December 16, 2025
Claim deadline: December 16, 2025
Final approval: Granted February 13, 2026
Estimated payout date: Summer 2026, likely June through August 2026 (estimated, not administrator-confirmed)
Official payment date: Not yet announced
When is the class action settlement payment date?
No official TreeHouse Foods waffle settlement payment date has been announced. The Court granted final approval on February 13, 2026, and OpenClassActions.com currently estimates that payments may be issued during summer 2026, likely between June and August 2026, provided there are no appeals or administrative delays. This is an estimate and not a guaranteed payment date.Estimated Payment Timeline
The settlement administrator has not announced an official payment date. Based on the timing of final approval and the ordinary time required to review claims, resolve any appeals, calculate pro rata adjustments, and prepare electronic or check payments, distributions are currently estimated for summer 2026, potentially between June and August 2026.This is an editorial estimate, not a guaranteed or administrator-confirmed payment date. The timing may change depending on claim processing, appeals, court orders, or other administrative delays.
Is Proof Required to File a Claim?
No proof is required for many claims. You can file without receipts for up to two units at the average retail price. If you kept receipts, you can claim the full purchase price per unit.Who Is Included?
All natural persons who purchased any Covered Product in the United States for personal use during the class period noted above, excluding those in standard exclusion categories described in the notice and Settlement Agreement.Case Information
Rugg-Harrell v. TreeHouse Foods, Inc., Case No. 1:24-cv-10992, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. Related actions consolidated into this matter as described in the official notice.Free settlement alerts
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Official Settlement Notice
Settlement Website (Archived): WaffleRecallSettlement.com
Sources
• Official Settlement Website• TreeHouse Foods Recall Press Release
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| Status | Final Approval Granted, Payments Pending — claims closed December 16, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Settlement Amount | $4,000,000 |
| Claim Deadline | December 16, 2025 (passed) |
| Exclude or Object By | December 16, 2025 (passed) |
| Final Approval | Granted February 13, 2026 |
| Estimated Payout Date | Summer 2026, likely June through August 2026 (estimated, not administrator-confirmed) |
| Official Payment Date | Not yet announced |
| Benefits | Full price per unit with receipts; average retail price for up to two units without receipts (subject to pro rata) |
| Class Period | October 18, 2024 to September 2, 2025 |
| Who Is Included | U.S. purchasers of Covered Products for personal use during the class period |
| Case | Rugg-Harrell v. TreeHouse Foods, Inc., No. 1:24-cv-10992 (N.D. Ill.) |
| Official Website | WaffleRecallSettlement.com (archived) |