Talcum Powder Lawsuits refer to a widespread and high-profile category of product liability and personal injury litigation in which plaintiffs allege that prolonged use of talc-based products—particularly Johnson & Johnson’s baby powder and other cosmetic talcum powders—caused ovarian cancer or mesothelioma due to contamination with asbestos or harmful mineral particles. These lawsuits primarily argue that manufacturers failed to adequately warn consumers about the potential health risks associated with long-term talcum powder exposure.
This legal entity encompasses individual injury claims, class action suits, multidistrict litigation (MDL), and mass tort proceedings. The core allegations typically include negligence, defective product design, failure to warn, breach of implied warranty, and corporate misconduct.