Johnson & Johnson is significantly changing one of its most iconic products by discontinuing talc-based baby powder and switching to a cornstarch-based version. This move comes after thousands of lawsuits from consumers who claim that the talc in J&J's baby powder caused cancer, despite the company's long-standing defence of the product's safety.
BBC Coverage
The BBC News reports that the new cornstarch-based powder will soon replace the talc version, with existing inventories of the talc product allowed to be sold until they run out. This switch marks a major shift for a product that has been a household staple since 1894.
You can read the BBC article here.
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Womens Voices
In addition to the legal pressures, advocacy groups such as Women’s Voices for the Earth have played a significant role in pushing for this change. Their campaigns highlighted studies linking talc to cancer, influencing J&J's decision. This move is seen as a victory for health advocacy groups and reflects growing consumer demand for safer products.
You can read the full article by Women’s Voices for the Earth here.
