Cosmetics company Estée Lauder has filed a lawsuit against Walmart, accusing the retailer of selling counterfeit fragrances and beauty products from various brands on its online marketplace.
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The lawsuit, filed in federal court, alleges that Walmart had fake versions of products from brands like La Mer, Le Labo, Clinique, Aveda, and Tom Ford listed on its website.
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Estée Lauder purchased and tested these products, determining them to be counterfeits.
The complaint seeks monetary damages and a court order to prevent Walmart from selling alleged counterfeit items.
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Walmart stated that it has zero tolerance for counterfeit products and will respond appropriately to the court.
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