Talc / J&J
BorderlineACTIVECausation
Plaintiffs allege asbestos-contaminated talc in Baby Powder and Shower to Shower caused ovarian cancer and mesothelioma. Internal J&J documents show company knew of asbestos contamination since the 1970s. Multiple jury verdicts have validated causation theory, though some reversed on appeal.
Defendants
| Entity | Role | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Johnson & Johnson | Manufacturer | Baby Powder — primary defendant |
| LTL Management LLC | Bankruptcy Entity | J&J subsidiary created for Texas Two-Step bankruptcy |
| Imerys Talc America | Talc Supplier | Filed Chapter 11 — separate proceedings |
Litigation Timeline
Intelligence Signals
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or Agency) is announcing the availability of the final supplemental risk evaluation under the under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) for asbestos Part 2: addressing legacy uses and associated disposal. The purpose of risk evaluations under TSCA is to determine whether a chemical substance presents an unreasonable risk of injury to health or the environment, without consideration of costs or non-risk factors, including unreasonable risk to potential
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA, the Agency, or we) is proposing to require testing of talc-containing cosmetic products using standardized testing methods for detecting and identifying asbestos that may be present as a contaminant in talc. We are also proposing corresponding adulteration provisions. Asbestos is a potential contaminant in talc, which is used in certain cosmetic products, and is a known human carcinogen. This proposed rule, if finalized, will help protect users of talc-cont
OFPP, DoD, GSA, and NASA (collectively referred to as the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council) are issuing a final rule amending the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to revise the list of domestically nonavailable articles under the Buy American statute.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA, Agency, or we) is announcing the withdrawal of the proposed rule entitled "Testing Methods for Detecting and Identifying Asbestos in Talc-Containing Cosmetic Products," which published in the Federal Register of December 27, 2024. FDA is taking this action in response to comments received during the comment period for the proposed rule that warrant further consideration and assessment prior to issuing final regulations to establish and require standardized
Key Facts
- Status
- active
Geographic Exposure
Eligibility Criteria
- ✓Used Johnson & Johnson talc products (Baby Powder, Shower to Shower)
- ✓Diagnosed with ovarian cancer or mesothelioma
- ✓Regular use of product in genital area (ovarian cancer claims)
- ✓Occupational or household exposure to talc dust (mesothelioma claims)