Estée Lauder has filed a federal lawsuit accusing Walmart of selling counterfeit versions of its high-end skincare products. The cosmetics giant claims the retail behemoth facilitated the distribution of fake items through its online marketplace, seeking both an injunction and unspecified monetary damages for alleged trademark infringement.

Court documents allege Walmart failed to properly vet third-party sellers offering imitation versions of Estée Lauder’s Clinique and La Mer brands. Luxury goods experts note the case reflects growing tensions between premium brands and mass retailers over marketplace accountability. Authentic products from these lines often retail for hundreds of dollars per item.

The lawsuit marks one of the most aggressive moves yet by a beauty conglomerate against a major U.S. retailer. Estée Lauder recently reported $16.2 billion in annual revenue, while Walmart’s marketplace now accounts for nearly 20% of its e-commerce sales. Neither company immediately responded to requests for comment.