Target Market Pantry Coffee Creamer Class Action, Were You Shorted on Servings?

Prepared by the AllAboutLawyer.com Editorial Team and reviewed for factual accuracy against the complaint filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York on April 24, 2026. Last Updated: May 9, 2026

Target Corporation is facing a false advertising class action lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York, alleging its Market Pantry Original Coffee Creamer promises “about 500 servings” per 35.3-ounce canister but actually delivers roughly 66 to 83 fewer servings than that. Plaintiff Astorria Sassano filed the 40-page complaint on April 24, 2026, backed by independent laboratory testing. No settlement has been reached, and no claim form exists yet.

Target Market Pantry Lawsuit — Quick Facts

Field	Detail
Lawsuit Filed	April 24, 2026
Defendant	Target Corporation
Alleged Violation	New York consumer protection law; breach of express warranty; FDA labeling violations (21 C.F.R.)
Who Is Affected	New York consumers who purchased 35.3 oz Market Pantry Original Coffee Creamer from a physical Target store
Current Court Stage	Active litigation — complaint filed, no scheduling order yet
Court & Jurisdiction	U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York
Lead Law Firm	Law Offices of Howard W. Rubinstein P.C. (attorney: Ariana V. Held)
Next Hearing Date	TBD — no hearing scheduled yet
Official Case Website	TBD — no settlement website exists at this stage
Last Updated	May 9, 2026

Current Status of the Target Coffee Creamer Lawsuit

• The complaint was filed April 24, 2026. The case is in its earliest stage — Target has not yet responded.
• No settlement has been proposed. No claim form exists. No payout has been announced.
• The class currently covers New York residents only, though similar cases have expanded nationally after filing.

What Is the Target Coffee Creamer Lawsuit About? Sassano v. Target Corp., No. 2:26-cv-02448

The label on Target’s Market Pantry Original Coffee Creamer states that one teaspoon equals two grams, and that a 35.3-ounce canister contains “about 500 servings.” Two independent laboratories commissioned by the plaintiff tested the product in January 2024 and found the teaspoon-to-gram equivalency listed on the label was inaccurate — a teaspoon of the creamer actually weighs more than two grams.

That gap matters more than it might sound. Because the teaspoon’s true weight exceeds two grams, FDA rounding rules for products in that weight range require the label to round up to 2.5 grams per serving. At that corrected serving size, each canister would contain roughly 417 to 434 servings — not 500 — which falls outside the allowable variance margin. The lawsuit also notes that because the serving size figure is wrong, nearly every other number on the nutrition label — calories, sugar, fat — may be skewed as well.

This is what consumer rights attorneys call a consumer fraud lawsuit based on “short-filling” — a company charging for more product than it delivers. Target has not admitted any wrongdoing. For a broader look at how courts handle these food labeling disputes, see our guide to open class action settlements and lawsuits you can join in 2026.

Are You Part of the Target Coffee Creamer Class Action?

The lawsuit seeks to represent all consumers who purchased the 35.3-ounce Market Pantry Original Coffee Creamer from a brick-and-mortar Target store in the state of New York for personal, family, or household use, from the earliest date allowed by New York’s statute of limitations through April 23, 2025.

You may be part of this class if:

• You bought a 35.3-ounce canister of Market Pantry Original Coffee Creamer at a physical Target store in New York
• Your purchase was made before April 23, 2025
• You bought it for personal or household use — not for resale or business purposes

You are likely NOT included if:

• You purchased the creamer outside the state of New York
• You bought it through Target.com rather than an in-store location
• Your purchase was made after April 23, 2025

If you live in another state and bought this product, watch this case — false advertising class actions like this one frequently expand to cover additional states as litigation progresses.

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What Are Target Plaintiffs Seeking in This Lawsuit?

The plaintiff is not seeking a fixed dollar amount at this stage. The lawsuit alleges Target violated New York’s consumer protection laws and breached express warranties through false advertising. The complaint argues that Sassano suffered financial injury because she received fewer servings than she paid for.

Under New York consumer protection law, plaintiffs in these cases typically seek damages equal to the price premium paid for the misrepresented product — in other words, the portion of the purchase price that reflects the servings that were never delivered. The complaint also asks the court to require Target to correct its labeling going forward.

No specific damages figure has been confirmed from the court filing. Anyone claiming this lawsuit promises a specific payment right now should be treated with caution — no such payment exists yet. If you want to understand how legal settlement payouts work in consumer fraud cases before any money is available, see our explainer on whether lawsuit settlements are taxable.

What Should You Do If You Bought This Target Creamer?

Most class members do not need to do anything right now. If this case settles, a court-appointed administrator will notify eligible buyers and open a claim period.

Here is what you can do today to protect your position:

Step 1 — Save your receipts. Digital Target receipts, credit card statements, or any proof showing a Market Pantry creamer purchase in New York before April 23, 2025, will help you when claims open.

Step 2 — Keep the canister if you have one. Photos of the label — especially the “about 500 servings” claim — could serve as documentation later.

Step 3 — Do not file any claim right now. No claim form exists. Any website claiming you can file for this settlement today is not legitimate.

Step 4 — Monitor this case. The Eastern District of New York docket for Case No. 2:26-cv-02448 is publicly searchable. You can also check back here for updates.

Step 5 — Talk to an attorney if your situation is unusual. If you believe you have damages that go beyond a standard consumer claim, a consumer rights lawyer can assess whether an individual action makes sense for you.

Target Coffee Creamer Lawsuit Timeline

Milestone	Date
Complaint Filed	April 24, 2026
Target Response Due	TBD — typically 21 days after service
Class Certification Motion	TBD — early stages of litigation
Last Major Court Ruling	None yet
Next Scheduled Hearing	TBD — no hearing set
Expected Settlement Timeline	TBD — active litigation; no settlement negotiations confirmed

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a class action lawsuit against Target for coffee creamer? 

Yes. Plaintiff Astorria Sassano filed Sassano v. Target Corp., Case No. 2:26-cv-02448, in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York on April 24, 2026. The lawsuit alleges the Market Pantry Original Coffee Creamer delivers at least 66 fewer servings than the label claims.

Do I need to do anything right now to be included?

 No. New York buyers who purchased the 35.3-ounce canister before April 23, 2025 are potentially part of the class automatically. You do not need to register, sign up, or contact any attorney to preserve your place in the class at this stage.

When will a settlement be reached in the Target creamer case?

 It is too early to say. The complaint was just filed in April 2026. Consumer false advertising cases typically take one to three years to resolve — and many settle before trial. The Eastern District of New York docket will reflect any settlement announcements.

Can I file my own lawsuit against Target instead?

 You can opt out of any future class action to pursue an individual claim, but that requires hiring your own attorney and carries personal litigation costs. For most buyers of a single canister of coffee creamer, the class action is the more practical path. A free legal consultation with a consumer rights attorney can help you decide.

How will I know if the Target creamer lawsuit settles?

 If a settlement is reached, the court will require Target to send notice to eligible buyers. Notices typically come by mail or email. You can also monitor this case at AllAboutLawyer.com for updates.

Why does a teaspoon measurement matter legally?

 The FDA’s labeling rules under 21 C.F.R. require that the number of servings on a food label be accurately calculated based on the correct weight of a single serving. If a teaspoon of creamer weighs more than two grams, federal rounding rules change the serving size — and therefore the serving count. The lawsuit argues Target’s label violates those rules, making every “500 servings” claim legally inaccurate.

Did a similar lawsuit happen with another creamer brand? 

Yes. Nestlé faced a nearly identical lawsuit over its Coffee Mate powdered creamer, also filed in New York federal court, also alleging that the advertised number of servings was overstated due to an inaccurate teaspoon-to-gram conversion.

Sources & References

• Complaint: Sassano v. Target Corp., Case No. 2:26-cv-02448, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York (filed April 24, 2026)
• FDA Serving Size Regulations: 21 C.F.R. § 101.9 and § 101.12

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Legal claims and outcomes depend on specific facts and applicable law. For advice regarding your particular situation, consult a qualified attorney.