$1.5M Krud Kutter class action settlement

Rust-Oleum Corp. agreed to a $1.5 million settlement to resolve a class action lawsuit claiming its Krud Kutter cleaning products are neither “non-toxic” nor “earth-friendly” as advertised.

The Krud Kutter settlement benefits consumers who purchased certain Krud Kutter products between May 13, 2016 and April 17, 2025.

Plaintiffs in the Krud Kutter class action lawsuit claim Rust-Oleum falsely advertised its Krud Kutter products as “non-toxic” and “earth-friendly.” In reality, the Krud Kutter products allegedly contain harmful chemicals that are dangerous to humans, animals and the environment.

Rust-Oleum is a cleaning and home improvement company that sells Krud Kutter products.

Rust-Oleum hasn’t admitted any wrongdoing but agreed to pay $1.5 million to resolve the false advertising class action lawsuit.

Under the terms of the Krud Kutter class action settlement, class members can receive a cash payment based on the number of products they purchased. 

Class members who have a receipt can claim an unlimited number of products for a $1 refund each. Class members without a receipt can claim up to eight products for a $1 refund on each and a maximum total refund of $8.

Payments may be increased on a pro rata basis to a maximum of $2 per product. Any residual settlement funds will be donated to a cy pres recipient.

The deadline for exclusion and objection is July 7, 2025.

The final approval hearing for the Krud Kutter false advertising settlement is Sept. 25, 2025.

To receive a settlement payment, class members must submit a valid claim form by July 7, 2025.

Who’s Eligible

Consumers who purchased certain Krud Kutter products labeled “Non-Toxic” and “Earth-Friendly” between May 13, 2016 and April 17, 2025.

Potential Award

Varies according to proof of payment and number of claimants.

Proof of Purchase

Receipts, order confirmations, etc.

Claim Form

NOTE: If you do not qualify for this settlement do NOT file a claim.

Remember: you are submitting your claim under penalty of perjury. You are also harming other eligible Class Members by submitting a fraudulent claim. If you’re unsure if you qualify, please read the FAQ section of the Settlement Administrator’s website to ensure you meet all standards (Top Class Actions is not a Settlement Administrator). If you don’t qualify for this settlement, check out our database of other open class action settlements you may be eligible for.

Claim Form Deadline

07/07/2025

Case Name

Bush v. Rust-Oleum Corporation, et al., Case No. 3:20-cv-03268, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California

Final Hearing

09/25/2025

Settlement Website

KrudKutterSettlement.com

Claims Administrator

Krud Kutter Lawsuit Administrator
PO Box 231
Valparaiso, IN 46384
[email protected]
888-905-9684

Class Counsel

Ryan J. Clarkson
Bahar Sodaify
Alan Gudino
CLARKSON LAW FIRM PC

Christopher D. Moon
Kevin O. Moon
MOON LAW APC

Defense Counsel

Anthony J. Monaco
P. Stephen Fardy
William D. Patterson
SWANSON, MARTIN & BELL LLP