Smucker sues Trader Joe's over Uncrustables dupes, calling its crustless PB&J sandwiches a 'copycat'

Core Points - JM Smucker has filed a lawsuit against Trader Joe's for allegedly infringing on its trademark rights with a similar product, a crustless peanut butter and jelly sandwich [1][2] - The lawsuit highlights the similarities in product design, including crimped edges and a specific shade of blue in the packaging that Smucker has trademarked [2][3] - Uncrustables, Smucker's flagship product, has grown to nearly $1 billion in sales, with over 1.5 billion sandwiches produced annually [3] Company Overview - Smucker's Uncrustables brand is popular among children and is also consumed by NFL players, indicating a broad market appeal [8] - The company emphasizes the importance of protecting its trademarked design to maintain brand quality and prevent consumer confusion [3][9] Legal Context - The lawsuit claims that there is consumer confusion regarding the origin of Trader Joe's product, with social media discussions suggesting they may be produced in the same facilities as Uncrustables [9][10] - Smucker is seeking the removal of Trader Joe's crustless sandwiches and marketing materials, as well as compensation for profits earned from these products [11]