Thinx agreed to a $4 million settlement to resolve a class action lawsuit claiming its period underwear is made with dangerous chemicals linked to serious health concerns. No proof of purchase is required for class members to submit a claim.
Plaintiffs in the Thinx class action lawsuit accused the period underwear manufacturer of adding dangerous polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to its products. PFAS chemicals are used due to their non-stick and water-resistant qualities but may cause serious health problems, including cancer.
Thinx is a brand that sells a number of menstrual and incontinence solutions including period underwear.
Thinx hasn’t admitted any wrongdoing but agreed to a $4 million class action lawsuit settlement to resolve these allegations.
Thinx Underwear Chemicals Class Action Lawsuit
- Who’s Eligible:
- Consumers who purchased certain Thinx period underwear between Nov. 12, 2016, and Nov. 28, 2022.
- The settlement covers Cotton Brief, Cotton Bikini, Cotton Thong, Sport, Hiphugger, Hi-Waist, Boyshort, French Cut, Cheeky and Thong style Thinx underwear products.
- Estimated Amount:
- $21 with proof of purchase or $10.50 without proof of purchase.
- Proof of Purchase: Receipts or other proof of purchase will result in larger cash payments.
- Claim Form Deadline: 04/12/2023
- Case Name & Number:
- Dickens, et al. v. Thinx Inc., Case No. 1:22-cv04286-JMF, in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York
- How to file a claim:
- Head over to the Claim Form.
- Read over the claim form to see if you are eligible.
- Complete the claim form with your info.
- Submit your claim form to receive your potential award!
(Click here to file a claim)
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