Meghan Markle’s latest venture isn’t just a jar of fruit spread—it’s rapidly turning into a full-blown controversy. Reports suggest she's been selling food products in the U.S. without following FDA regulations, including proper labeling and approval.
The spread, marketed as an exclusive product, arrives without a barcode, expiration date, nutritional information, or FDA registration. What customers receive is essentially an unlabeled jar with sleek, minimalist packaging—and a whole heap of potential legal trouble. Some curious YouTubers attempted to purchase the product only to find themselves stuck in a bizarre checkout loop, where entering credit card details only redirects them back to the beginning. What looked like a charming jar of jam turned out to be a frustrating experience that some are describing as a credit card trap rather than a thoughtful gift.
For context, U.S. law requires all edible products to include very specific information on their labels. This includes a barcode, manufacturer’s address, list of ingredients, expiration or “use by” date, and—most importantly—FDA registration. Meghan’s product appears to include none of these. Whether this is a case of ignorance or arrogance remains to be seen, but the lack of compliance has raised eyebrows.
It doesn’t stop there. Rumors are swirling that staff at Netflix, who have collaborated with Meghan on various projects, are fed up. Insiders describe the experience as chaotic and confusing, likening it to assembling IKEA furniture while blindfolded and being shouted at by a duchess in a made-up accent. Adding to the mystery, Meghan reportedly requires employees to sign non-disclosure agreements, preventing them from revealing key details like the actual production location of the spreads. This level of secrecy is raising red flags—possibly soaked in raspberry preserves.
To make matters even more tangled, Meghan’s brand, “American Riviera Orchard,” is not yet officially trademarked for all the products she's promoting. While pancake mix may be on safer legal ground, the fruit spread is still stuck in trademark limbo. Technically, anyone could replicate her label, put it on a jar, and sell it from their garage—legally—while having more trademark protection than she does.
In short, the Meghan Markle spread situation is a legal and logistical mess. There's no FDA approval, no compliant labeling, and no confirmed trademark. There’s a lack of transparency, enforced secrecy, and potentially unsafe food practices. Even Netflix is reportedly nervous about the liability. Meghan might have stepped away from royal duties, but she didn’t leave the drama behind—only now, it comes in a glass jar. If you’ve managed to get your hands on one, congratulations: you now own what could be an FDA violation. Meghan, maybe label the product before launching the brand next time. Just a suggestion.
