The corporation behind Oreo has filed a lawsuit in the US against the budget supermarket Aldi, accusing it of "blatantly" copying the packaging of its famous snacks. In a lawsuit seen by the BBC, Mondelēz International said Aldi uses similar packaging likely to "deceive" consumers and "ride the coattails" of the company's "attraction,

Mondelēz International, the corporation behind Oreo cookies, has filed a lawsuit against discount supermarket chain Aldi in the United States, accusing the retailer of “blatantly” copying the packaging of its famous snack products.

In a federal lawsuit, Oreo maker Mondelez alleged that Aldi’s packaging is “likely to deceive and confuse customers” and threatens to irreparably harm Mondelez brands.