⭐ Illinois is a priority jurisdiction in the Tampax lead litigation with active state-level claims.

The Tampax Lead Lawsuit in Illinois

Illinois is the primary jurisdiction for the Tampax lead MDL. The Otkina v. Procter & Gamble case is pending in Chicago federal court. The primary national class action — Otkina v. Procter & Gamble — is proceeding in the Northern District of Illinois and covers consumers from all 50 states, including Illinois.

Illinois residents who used Tampax Pearl, Tampax Radiant, Tampax Pure Cotton, or other Tampax products may have claims based on:

  • Lead and heavy metal contamination in tampon products
  • False advertising and deceptive marketing of "pure" or "organic" products
  • Failure to warn about known or knowable health risks
  • Physical injury from lead exposure (for those with documented symptoms)

Illinois Court & Jurisdiction

Federal claims: Northern District of Illinois
National MDL: Northern District of Illinois (primary consolidation)

Illinois Consumer Protection Law

Applicable statute: Illinois Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act (815 ILCS 505)

Statute of limitations: 3 years for consumer fraud claims; 2 years for personal injury

Illinois plaintiffs are in the strongest position geographically, as the federal MDL is being heard in Chicago. Illinois consumers should act quickly to preserve their claims.

Am I Eligible if I Live in Illinois?

You may be eligible if you:

  • Used any Tampax product within the applicable limitations period
  • Experienced health symptoms potentially related to heavy metal exposure, OR
  • Paid for Tampax products that were marketed as safe, pure, or organic
  • Are a current Illinois resident or were a resident when you used the products

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How Much Could I Receive from the Tampax Lawsuit in Illinois?

Individual recovery amounts depend on the overall settlement size, the number of class members, and your specific damages. Consumers with documented physical injury (medical bills, diagnosed conditions related to lead exposure) may have stronger individual claims with higher potential recovery than those with only economic harm.

See the current settlement status and payout estimates →

Take Action: Illinois Residents

Time limits apply. The statute of limitations in Illinois may already be running. Don't wait to protect your rights.