Articles Posted in Talc Powder

For decades, millions of people used Johnson’s Baby Powder, Shower to Shower, and other talc-based body powders. Thousands of lawsuits now allege that repeated exposure caused ovarian cancer or mesothelioma and that Johnson & Johnson failed to warn consumers about the risks.

Mesothelioma claims generally allege that cosmetic talc was contaminated with asbestos. Ovarian cancer lawsuits focus largely on women who regularly applied talcum powder for feminine hygiene over many years. Johnson & Johnson denies that its talc products contained asbestos or caused cancer.

This page explains the proposed 2026 talc settlement, the current federal litigation, recent verdicts, potential claim value, and who may still qualify to file a lawsuit.