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  2. Exclusive-J&J near disclosing support for talc settlement ...

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    J&J faces talc lawsuits from more than 62,000 plaintiffs, according to a company filing. But the figure swells as high as 100,000 when counting claimants who haven't sued, Erik Haas, J&J's global ...

  3. Talc - Wikipedia

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    Talc, or talcum, is a clay mineral composed of hydrated magnesium silicate, with the chemical formula Mg3Si4O10(OH)2. Talc in powdered form, often combined with corn starch, is used as baby powder. This mineral is used as a thickening agent and lubricant. It is an ingredient in ceramics, paints, and roofing material.

  4. Cancer victims lose bid to block proposed J&J talc bankruptcy

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    June 28, 2024 at 10:52 PM. By Brendan Pierson. (Reuters) - A federal judge on Friday rejected a bid by a group of cancer victims to block Johnson & Johnson from pursuing a proposed bankruptcy ...

  5. J&J settles first talc cases to go to trial after failed ...

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    November 16, 2023 at 6:32 PM. By Brendan Pierson. (Reuters) - Johnson & Johnson on Thursday said it has settled two lawsuits claiming its talc products caused cancer, the first such cases to go to ...

  6. Baby powder - Wikipedia

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    Baby powder is an astringent powder used for preventing diaper rash and for cosmetic uses. It may be composed of talc (in which case it is also called talcum powder ), corn starch or potato starch. [1] It may contain additional ingredients such as fragrances. Baby powder can also be used as a dry shampoo, cleaning agent (to remove grease stains ...

  7. Pulmonary talcosis - Wikipedia

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    Pulmonary talcosis is a pulmonary disorder caused by talc . It has been related to silicosis resulting from inhalation of talc and silicates. It is also tied to heroin use where talc might be used as an adulterant to increase weight and street value. [ 1] It is one of several noted associations and possible risks of street heroin use. [ 2]

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