Nutricost Agrees to $1.84 Million Mislabeling Settlement Over Magnesium Supplements

The lawsuit, Cohen, et al. v. eSupplements LLC, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York. The plaintiffs alleged that Nutricost misrepresented both the amount and the exact type of magnesium contained in its capsules, leading everyday people to pay premium prices for a product that did not live up to its marketing claims. If you purchased Nutricost magnesium glycinate supplements between February 1, 2021, and June 8, 2026, you may be eligible to receive a direct cash refund.

Class action settlements like this are vital to hold companies accountable for what they put on their product labels. When a health brand uses deceptive marketing to attract health-conscious consumers, it violates consumer trust and state protection laws. This $1.84 million settlement fund ensures that everyday people don’t stand alone against false advertising and can claim the restitution they deserve.

The Labeling Misrepresentations Behind the Nutricost Lawsuit

The legal battle centers around the specific chemical composition and branding of Nutricost’s widely distributed dietary supplements. The lawsuit focused on both the 120-capsule and 240-capsule variants of products explicitly labeled and sold as “Magnesium Glycinate.”

According to the complaint, Nutricost prominently marketed these supplements as containing 420 milligrams of magnesium “as magnesium glycinate” per serving. However, the plaintiffs contended that this representation was factually incorrect and highly misleading to the public. The lawsuit alleged that the company misrepresented the true forms and blending of the magnesium inside the capsules, violating strict consumer protection statutes and breaching product warranties.

Magnesium glycinate is highly sought after by consumers because it is generally easier on the stomach and better absorbed by the body compared to cheaper alternatives. By alleging that Nutricost altered or misstated the actual ingredients while charging a premium for pure magnesium glycinate, the lawsuit argued that consumers were deceived into buying a product they otherwise would have avoided or paid less for.

What You Can Receive: Individual Reward Caps and Payout Structures

To resolve these false advertising claims without the expense and prolonged delay of a trial, eSupplements LLC agreed to pay $1,835,000 into a comprehensive settlement fund. The defendants have not admitted any legal wrongdoing or liability, but the fund will be entirely dedicated to compensating eligible buyers and covering administrative expenses.

Under the terms of the approved agreement, class members who file a valid, timely claim can receive a cash refund for each qualifying supplement they purchased during the applicable timeframe. The settlement sets a maximum individual reward cap of up to $19.95 per eligible product. The final amount distributed per bottle may adjust proportionally based on the overall volume of valid claims submitted by the public.

The payout structure divides claimants into two primary groups based on purchase tracking:

• Claimants with a Claim ID and PIN: Consumers whose purchases are verified through the company’s internal sales records will receive a unique Claim ID and PIN via notice. These individuals are eligible to claim one award unit for every individual supplement bottle reflected in those corporate records, capped at the $19.95 per-bottle maximum.

• Claimants without a Claim ID and PIN: If you purchased the covered Nutricost supplements but did not receive a direct notice containing an ID and PIN, you are still eligible to participate. You can submit a claim without proof of purchase, which qualifies you for one total award unit under the settlement’s baseline distribution rules.

Identifying Eligible Products and the Covered Class Period

To determine if you are entitled to a piece of this $1.84 million settlement fund, you must verify that your past purchases align with the strict criteria outlined by the court. You may be eligible to file a claim if you meet all of the following requirements:

• You currently live or lived in the United States at the time you made the purchase.

• You purchased Nutricost magnesium glycinate supplements in either the 120-capsule or 240-capsule bottle variants.

• Your purchases were made within the specific class window running from February 1, 2021, through June 8, 2026.

It is important to emphasize that this settlement exclusively covers Nutricost supplements specifically labeled as “magnesium glycinate” featuring the 420 milligrams per serving designation. Other variations, dosages, or entirely different supplement lines offered by Nutricost are not part of this specific legal resolution.

How to Electronically File a Claim Online Before the Deadline

If you qualify as a class member, securing your cash refund requires active participation. You must submit a completed and signed claim form to the independent settlement administrator. The absolute deadline to file your claim is August 7, 2026.

For the fastest processing, everyday people can fill out the electronic claim form directly on the official, secure settlement portal at CohenMAG.com. If you prefer to file using physical documents, you can download and print a PDF version of the claim form from the site, fill it out by hand, and mail it to the administrator’s processing center:

Magnesium Supplement Supplement, c/o JND Legal Administration, PO Box 91237, Seattle, WA 98111.

When submitting your details, you can select your preferred payout option, including receiving a physical paper check sent directly to your mailing address. Remember that all claims are submitted under penalty of perjury; always ensure the information provided is entirely accurate to the best of your knowledge.

Critical Deadlines and Upcoming Final Approval Hearing Dates

Aside from the claim submission deadline, consumers must be aware of other time-sensitive legal windows. If you do not wish to be bound by the terms of this deal, you have the right to exclude yourself (opt out). Opting out allows you to retain your independent right to sue the company over these exact labeling claims in the future. The deadline to officially opt out or file a formal objection to the settlement structure is also August 7, 2026.

The court has scheduled the final approval hearing for October 15, 2026. During this session, the presiding judge will evaluate whether the $1.84 million fund is fair, reasonable, and adequate for the class. The court will also review requests for administrative fees, including up to $611,666.67 in requested attorneys’ fees and up to $10,000 for each of the three class representatives who helped drive the litigation forward.

Assuming the court grants final approval in October, the settlement administrator will begin processing and auditing the claims. Distribution of the individual cash checks will occur after the final order is signed and any potential legal appeals are completely resolved.