JPML to Consider Consolidation of Suave Lawsuits Filed Over Benzene in Antiperspirant Spray Products
The Suave lawsuits claim the antiperspirant products contained benzene, which may pose an increased risk of cancer for consumers.
The Suave lawsuits claim the antiperspirant products contained benzene, which may pose an increased risk of cancer for consumers.
Valisure found benzene levels higher than 170 times the FDA acceptable limit, raising dry shampoo cancer concerns
High levels of benzene have also led to recalls of sunscreen, deodorant and other aerosol cosmetic products in recent years.
The Suave lawsuits seek class action status for all consumers who purchased the antiperspirant products and were potentially exposed to benzene.
The recall comes after the manufacturer detected unexpected levels of benzene in aerosol spray products.
The class action lawsuit accuses Unilever of deceiving consumers with claims that Suave products are thoroughly tested for safety before the benzene contamination problem became known.
The FDA reminds drug manufacturers it is their responsibility to ensure benzene contamination does not occur in finished products released to the public.
Cancer-causing chemicals found in dry shampoo and conditioner aerosol spray products sold by Proctor & Gamble
Deodorant sprays are one of a number of consumer products which have been revealed to contain the cancer-causing chemical in recent months.
The recall comes after a report revealing the possible cancer risks and a growing number of class action lawsuits