Talcum Powder Lawsuit
Talc-based products (like Johnson & Johnson’s baby powder) have been linked to an increased risk of ovarian cancer.

Why are people suing talcum powder manufacturers?
In 1971, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration launched an inquiry into the safety of talcum powder after receiving reports that the mineral talc could contain asbestos, a known carcinogen. When sharing its internal testing results with the FDA, pharmaceutical corporation Johnson & Johnson (J&J) claimed that its popular baby powder did NOT contain asbestos.
Decades later, the real test results were finally shown to the public. They revealed that J&J was aware of asbestos in its baby powder, but instead decided to conceal the test results from customers for decades. Johnson & Johnson now faces nearly 60,000 lawsuits for failing to warn buyers about the cancer risk associated with its talcum powder products.
How to qualify for the lawsuit
Women who have previously used talc-based products around their genital areas and were diagnosed with any of the cancers below may be eligible for significant compensation. Please keep in mind that you cannot have a genetic predisposition to ovarian cancer, such as a mutation in the BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Those who were diagnosed before 2015 cannot qualify for the lawsuit.
- Ovarian Cancer (OVCA)
- Primary Peritoneal Cancer
- Clear Cell Epithelial OVCA
- Endometrioid Epithelial OVCA
- Fallopian Tube Cancer
- Invasive Fallopian Tube Cancer
- Serous Epithelial OVCA
- Invasive/Well-differentiated Mucinous OVCA
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Talcum Powder Lawsuit FAQs
Why does ovarian cancer qualify, but not endometrial, cervical, vaginal, or vulvar cancer?
There is very little research linking talcum powder exposure to reproductive cancers other than ovarian or fallopian tube cancer. Sadly, this connection cannot yet be proven in court due to a lack of concrete evidence.
However, it’s possible that these cancer types could still be related to genital talcum powder use, even if they aren’t eligible at this time. The eligible cancer types for this lawsuit could change in the future as more research into talcum powder’s harmful effects is released to the public.
J&J’s baby powder has been sold for decades, so why do you limit talcum powder claims to 10 years?
Legal proceedings filed in the United States are subject to the statute of limitations, a law that limits how much time you have to file a claim. Depending on your state, the statute of limitations for your case will vary.
The statute of limitations officially starts when you are diagnosed with cancer. For personal injury cases in most states, the time limit will last between 2-3 years, but it can go up to 4-6 years in a few states.
To account for the different time limits in each state, we will review cases that go as far back as 10 years from the day you were diagnosed with cancer.
How much can I expect to win for a talcum powder settlement?
The value of your settlement would depend on the monetary value of the damages you’ve acquired, along with some other individual factors. These settlement amounts vary for each claimant, so we can only provide you with an average settlement amount at this time. The average talcum powder settlement will generally be at least $100,000, but settlements occasionally might rack up to over $500,000.
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Talcum Powder Lawsuit Updates
OCTOBER 2024
U.S. Department of Justice Unit Halts Bankruptcy Plan
The U.S. Trustee Program filed a motion to dismiss J&J’s latest bankruptcy attempt.
SEPTEMBER 2024
J&J Files for Bankruptcy a 3rd Time After Settlement Approval
Over 75% of claimants voted to accept J&J’s $8 billion bankruptcy settlement plan.
MAY 2024
Johnson & Johnson Holds Vote for Bankruptcy Settlement
J&J planned this new deal after its 2nd bankruptcy attempt was rejected in 2023.
Further Reading
Why are people suing talcum powder manufacturers?
In 1971, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration launched an inquiry into the safety of talcum powder after receiving reports that the mineral talc could contain asbestos, a known carcinogen. When sharing its internal testing results with the FDA, pharmaceutical corporation Johnson & Johnson (J&J) claimed that its popular baby powder did NOT contain asbestos.
Decades later, the real test results were finally shown to the public. They revealed that J&J was aware of asbestos in its baby powder, but instead decided to conceal the test results from customers for decades. Johnson & Johnson now faces nearly 60,000 lawsuits for failing to warn buyers about the cancer risk associated with its talcum powder products.
How to qualify for the lawsuit
Women who have previously used talc-based products around their genital areas and were diagnosed with any of the cancers below may be eligible for significant compensation. Please keep in mind that you cannot have a genetic predisposition to ovarian cancer, such as a mutation in the BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes.
- Ovarian Cancer (OVCA)
- Primary Peritoneal Cancer
- Clear Cell Epithelial OVCA
- Endometrioid Epithelial OVCA
- Fallopian Tube Cancer
- Invasive Fallopian Tube Cancer
- Serous Epithelial OVCA
- Invasive/Well-differentiated Mucinous OVCA
See how much your case could be worth.
- Free, no-obligation consultations.
- Pay NO FEES unless you win.
- Nationwide network of attorneys.
Talcum powder lawsuit FAQs
Why does ovarian cancer qualify, but not endometrial, cervical, vaginal, or vulvar cancer?
There is very little research linking talcum powder exposure to reproductive cancers other than ovarian or fallopian tube cancer. Sadly, this connection cannot yet be proven in court due to a lack of concrete evidence.
However, it’s possible that these cancer types could still be related to genital talcum powder use, even if they aren’t eligible at this time. The eligible cancer types for this lawsuit could change in the future as more research into talcum powder’s harmful effects is released to the public.
J&J’s baby powder has been sold for decades, so why do you limit talcum powder claims to 10 years?
Legal proceedings filed in the U.S. are subject to the statute of limitations, a law that limits how much time you have to file a claim. Depending on your state, the statute of limitations for your case will vary.
The statute of limitations officially starts when you’re diagnosed with cancer. For personal injury cases in most states, the time limit will last between 2-3 years, but it can go up to 4-6 years in a few states.
To account for the different time limits in each state, we will review cases that go as far back as 10 years from the day you were diagnosed with cancer.
How much can I expect to win for a talcum powder settlement?
Your settlement value would depend on the monetary value of the damages you’ve acquired, along with other individual factors. These settlement amounts vary for each claimant, so we can only provide you with an average settlement amount at this time. The average talcum powder settlement will generally be at least $100,000, but settlements occasionally might rack up to over $500,000.
Why Free Legal Reviews?
We believe everyone deserves top-notch legal representation. Our case review and advocate-matching services are entirely free to you, and lawsuit participants only have to pay for legal costs if they win a settlement.
We’ve assisted over 100,000 victims with their personal injury claims, and we’re proud to have helped those who may not have pursued the help they need on their own.
Check Your Eligibility.
Complete one of our online eligibility assessments to see if your case is eligible.
Get a Free Consultation.
If you qualify, a legal advocate will contact you for more information about your case.
Let the Pros Handle the Rest!
A law firm will handle your claim for you.
Ready to file a claim?

Talcum Powder Lawsuit Updates
OCTOBER 2024
U.S. Department of Justice Unit Halts Bankruptcy Plan
The U.S. Trustee Program filed a motion to dismiss J&J’s latest bankruptcy attempt.
SEPTEMBER 2024
J&J Files for Bankruptcy a 3rd Time After Settlement Approval
Over 75% of claimants voted to accept J&J’s $8 billion bankruptcy settlement plan.
MAY 2024
Johnson & Johnson Holds Vote for Bankruptcy Settlement
J&J planned this new deal after its 2nd bankruptcy attempt was rejected in 2023.
Further Reading
More About Talcum Powder
Most Talcum Powder Claims Put On-Hold Until March 2025
U.S. DOJ Rejects Johnson & Johnson’s 3rd Bankruptcy Attempt
Why are people suing talcum powder manufacturers?
In 1971, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) launched an inquiry into the safety of talcum powder after receiving reports that the mineral talc could contain asbestos, a known carcinogen. When sharing its internal testing results with the FDA, Johnson & Johnson (J&J) claimed that its popular baby powder did NOT contain asbestos.
Decades later, the real test results were finally shown to the public.
They revealed that J&J was aware of asbestos in its baby powder, but instead decided to conceal the test results from customers for decades. Johnson & Johnson now faces nearly 60,000 lawsuits for failing to warn buyers about the cancer risk linked to its talcum powder products.
How to qualify for the lawsuit
Women who previously used talc-based products around their genital areas and were diagnosed with any of the cancers below may be eligible for compensation. Keep in mind that you cannot have a genetic predisposition to ovarian cancer, such as a mutation in the BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Those diagnosed before 2015 cannot qualify for the lawsuit.
- Ovarian Cancer (OVCA)
- Primary Peritoneal Cancer
- Clear Cell Epithelial OVCA
- Endometrioid Epithelial OVCA
- Invasive Fallopian Tube Cancer
- Serous Epithelial OVCA
- Invasive/Well-differentiated Mucinous OVCA
See how much your case could be worth.
- Free, no-obligation consultations.
- Pay NO FEES unless you win.
- Nationwide network of attorneys.
Talcum Powder Lawsuit FAQs
Why does ovarian cancer qualify, but not endometrial, cervical, or vulvar cancer?
There is very little research linking talcum powder exposure to reproductive cancers other than ovarian or fallopian tube cancer. Sadly, this connection cannot yet be proven in court due to a lack of concrete evidence.
However, it’s possible that these cancer types could still be related to genital talcum powder use, even if they aren’t eligible at this time. The eligible cancer types for this lawsuit could change in the future as more research into talcum powder’s harmful effects is released to the public.
J&J’s baby powder has been sold for decades, so why do you limit talcum powder claims to 10 years?
Legal proceedings filed in the United States are subject to the statute of limitations, a law that limits how much time you have to file a claim. Depending on your state, the statute of limitations for your case will vary.
The statute of limitations officially starts when you are diagnosed with cancer. For personal injury cases in most states, the time limit will last between 2-3 years, but it can go up to 4-6 years in a few states.
To account for the different time limits in each state, we will review cases that go as far back as 10 years from the day you were diagnosed with cancer.
How much can I expect to win for a talcum powder settlement?
Your settlement amount would depend on the monetary value of the damages you’ve acquired, along with other individual factors. These settlement values vary for each claimant, so we can only provide you with an average settlement amount at this time. The average talcum powder settlement will generally be at least $100,000, but occasionally, they can rack up to over $500,000.
Why Free Legal Reviews?
We believe everyone deserves top-notch legal representation. Our case review and advocate-matching services are entirely free to you, and lawsuit participants only have to pay for legal costs if they win a settlement.
We’ve assisted over 100,000 victims with their personal injury claims, and we’re proud to have helped those who may not have pursued the help they need on their own.
Looking for another lawsuit?

Talcum Powder Lawsuit Updates
OCTOBER 2024
U.S. Department of Justice Unit Halts Bankruptcy Plan
The U.S. Trustee Program filed a motion to dismiss J&J’s latest bankruptcy attempt.
SEPTEMBER 2024
J&J Files for Bankruptcy a 3rd Time After Settlement Approval
Over 75% of claimants voted to accept J&J’s $8 billion bankruptcy settlement plan.
MAY 2024
Johnson & Johnson Holds Vote for Bankruptcy Settlement
J&J planned this new deal after its 2nd bankruptcy attempt was rejected in 2023.