Many people can’t tell these apart, but it’s super important

Did you realize that the size of a spice tin may make a huge difference? Some well-known spice firms, such as McCormick & Co., are facing lawsuits due to the size of their ground pepper jars.

Watkins Inc., a small manufacturer, claims that McCormick lowered the amount of pepper in their tins by 25% while maintaining the same size. So, even though the tins look identical, you’re getting less pepper.

But why should this matter? It’s about being fair and honest. According to Watkins, McCormick is deceiving customers by giving them the impression that each tin contains more pepper than it actually does. McCormick’s tins are opaque, making it difficult to determine how much pepper is inside. In contrast, Watkins sells smaller tins containing the same amount of pepper as McCormick’s.

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