Nike Faces Proposed Class Action Over Withheld Tariff Refunds
Nike is facing a proposed class action lawsuit accusing it of withholding tariff refunds owed to customers under US Section 301 duties on imported goods. The complaint alleges Nike retained these refunds rather than passing savings on footwear and apparel purchases.
1. Class Action Lawsuit Details
A proposed class action has been filed in US District Court accusing Nike of failing to pass along refunds received for Section 301 import tariffs on footwear and apparel. Plaintiffs claim Nike retained the tariff refunds intended to lower consumer costs and are seeking restitution plus unspecified damages. The case remains in its early stages, with discovery yet to begin and no hearing date set.