J&J To End Johnson’s Baby Powder Sales In North American Markets, But Maintains Safety Convictions
Executive Summary
The iconic talc-based product will no longer be available for purchase in the US and Canada after supplies run out. Standing firm on the safety of Johnson’s Baby Powder, J&J attributes the move to declining demand due to changing consumer habits, misinformation “and a constant barrage of litigation advertising.”
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