Delhi High Court Restrains Beco's Ads Targeting HUL Products Over Ingredient Claims
The Delhi High Court has temporarily restrained home-care startup Beco from continuing its 'War on What's Hidden' advertising campaign targeting Hindustan Unilever Ltd's (HUL) Surf Excel and Vim products. The campaign claimed HUL's products contain ingredients causing skin irritation, which the court found unproven and potentially misleading. Beco must remove all such advertisements within a week and file compliance affidavits. The court noted that while comparative advertising is allowed, it must not be false or deceptive. The scientific claims will be examined during trial proceedings.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
mint broke this story on 10 Sept, 09:22 am. Other outlets followed.