Keurig Dr Pepper Settles SEC Charges Over K-Cup Pod Recyclability Claims

The company agrees to a $1.5 million penalty for making misleading statements about the recyclability of its single-use coffee pods

The SEC found Keurig Dr Pepper misled investors about K-Cup recyclability in 2019 and 2020 reports.
Keurig did not disclose that major recyclers had significant concerns and would not accept the pods curbside.
The company neither admitted nor denied the findings but agreed to a cease-and-desist order.
K-Cups are made from recyclable polypropylene plastic, but acceptance varies by local recycling programs.
Keurig remains committed to enhancing recycling systems through collaboration and policy solutions.