Johnson & Johnson
Flagged · AvoidMultinational pharmaceutical and consumer goods corporation known for baby products and personal care items.
Last updated April 26, 2026
Reasons to avoid
Issues span:EnvironmentConsumer
- Tens of thousands of lawsuits alleging talc-based baby powder caused cancer due to asbestos contamination.
- Role in the opioid crisis through manufacturing active opioid ingredients, resulting in $149.5M Washington state settlement.
- $700 million settlement with 42 states over deceptive marketing of talc-based baby powders despite knowing the dangers.
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