ASA cracks down on Oceansaver 'plastic-free' claims

Stuart Stone
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Watchdog rules against laundry pod and dishwasher tablet adverts, after competitor challenges green plastic claims

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has today cracked down on "plastic-free" product claims made by cleaning product manufacturer Oceansaver, after a rival brand challenged environmental claims made...

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