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Talc Versus Talcum Powder: What Is the Difference? 2024
The terms “talc” and “talcum powder” are often used interchangeably, and it is important to understand the differences between talc versus talcum powder. Talc is a naturally occurring substance mined for various commercial applications, and talcum powder is a product…
Johnson & Johnson claiming baby powder is asbestos-free again
Earlier this year, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that its tests had found contamination by asbestos in some of Johnson Johnson’s famous talc powder product commonly called baby powder. The contamination reportedly found by the FDA substantiates claims…
New Jersey jury finds in favor of Johnson & Johnson
For decades, people of all ages have used talc powder, also called talcum powder or baby powder, for a variety of reasons. They might sprinkle it into their undergarments or socks to absorb moisture and odor. They might even powder…
California woman awarded $29 million in talcum powder case
For decades, women used Johnson Johnson’s talcum powder as a way to keep themselves as fresh as possible. During those same decades, it is very likely that Johnson Johnson executives were aware of asbestos contamination in the mines providing the…
Johnson & Johnson served federal subpoena over asbestos claims
For years, Johnson Johnson has claimed that its baby powder is safe and contains no asbestos contamination. However, internal memos uncovered by investigators make it clear that Johnson Johnson was aware of contamination going back decades. They may have directly…
India resumes testing for asbestos in Johnson & Johnson powder
When a company becomes a household name, like Johnson Johnson’s has with their baby powder, also known as talcum powder, they tend to receive the respect and trust of both consumers and officials. Unfortunately, the respect of officials in positions…
Memos show that Johnson & Johnson knew about asbestos issues
Johnson & Johnson, the monolithic health and beauty company, has long denied the potential for asbestos contamination in their talcum powder products. Marketed as baby powder, this popular Johnson & Johnson product was sold for years to mothers, as well…
A cancer warning to all talcum powder users
Generations of Americans have enjoyed the use of talcum powder as a regular part of their personal hygiene practices. Both men and women use it on their bodies to control sweating and provide a sense of freshness. Barbers use it…
Recent talc trial ended in mistrial due to juror indecision
The health and beauty brand Johnson & Johnson has lost some really large lawsuits in recent months. Many of them stem from contamination claims related to their talcum powder, which Johnson & Johnson sells marketed as baby powder. Several large…
Science, talcum powder and cancer
The science community has not fully committed to the definitive link between women’s talcum powder usage and ovarian and uterine cancers. But some oncology researchers — and several recent juries — have determined that a causal link exists. The results…
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