The Tampax Lead Lawsuit in North Carolina

North Carolina consumers are eligible to participate in the national Tampax lead class action. 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 North Carolina.

North Carolina 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)

North Carolina Court & Jurisdiction

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

North Carolina Consumer Protection Law

Applicable statute: State consumer protection statutes (varies by state) + national class action claims

Statute of limitations: 2–4 years (varies by claim type — consult an attorney for your specific deadline)

Even if your state does not have a separate state-court action, you are covered by the national class action filed in Illinois. Your consumer protection rights under state law will be preserved as part of the class or through an individual opt-out claim.

Am I Eligible if I Live in North Carolina?

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 North Carolina resident or were a resident when you used the products

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How Much Could I Receive from the Tampax Lawsuit in North Carolina?

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: North Carolina Residents

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