Johnson & Johnson Faces New Asbestos Claims in Baby Powder lawsuits
London, United Kingdom – october 16, 2025 – Johnson & Johnson is confronting renewed legal challenges alleging its baby powder products contained asbestos, potentially causing cancer in users. The claims,surfacing in the United Kingdom,follow similar,large-scale lawsuits in the United States where plaintiffs have secured billions in compensation.
The lawsuits center on allegations that talc-based baby powder manufactured by Johnson & johnson was contaminated with asbestos,a known carcinogen. This progress arrives after the company ceased sales of talc-based baby powder in the UK in 2023, but does not prevent individuals from pursuing legal action related to past exposure. The cases raise critical questions about corporate obligation, product safety testing, and the long-term health consequences for consumers who used the product for decades.
Johnson & Johnson maintains its innocence, asserting that the baby powder adhered to regulatory standards at the time of manufacture, was asbestos-free, and did not contribute to cancer development.The company’s defense echoes statements made in response to previous litigation.
The current wave of lawsuits in the UK mirrors a trend seen in the United States, where numerous plaintiffs have successfully argued that prolonged exposure to asbestos-contaminated talc caused them to develop mesothelioma and ovarian cancer. These U.S. cases have resulted in substantial financial settlements and verdicts totaling billions of dollars.
According to a report by the BBC, the company continues to deny the accusations. The ongoing legal battles highlight the enduring impact of asbestos exposure and the challenges of establishing causation in long-latency diseases.
