PFAS Lawsuit Lawyers

If you were harmed by toxic PFAS chemicals in consumer goods like cosmetics, baby products, food packaging, and household goods, you may benefit from speaking with an experienced attorney to learn your options.

PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are a large group of synthetic chemicals widely used in consumer products because they resist water, grease, stains, and heat. Because many PFAS break down very slowly and can persist in the environment and the human body over time, they are often called “forever chemicals.”

PFAS have been identified in cosmetics, baby products, clothing, food packaging, household goods, and other everyday products. Lawsuits allege that some manufacturers marketed these products as safe while failing to disclose the presence of PFAS.

• What Are PFAS?
• What Health Problems Are Linked to PFAS Exposure?
• What Should Consumers Do?
• Contact a PFAS Consumer Product Lawyer for a Free Case Evaluation

What are PFAS?

PFAS refers to a large class of man-made fluorinated chemicals used in products designed to resist water, oil, grease, and heat. PFAS have been used in consumer and industrial products for decades because they can create waterproof, grease-resistant, and stain-resistant surfaces.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration notes that certain PFAS may be intentionally added to products for specific performance characteristics, while others may be present through contamination, impurities, or chemical breakdown.

Manufacturers have used PFAS in products such as:

• Cosmetics and personal care products
• Baby products and children’s items
• Waterproof apparel and textiles
• Food packaging
• Household goods and home furnishings
• Non-stick coatings and specialty consumer products

A major concern is that some PFAS may:

• Persist in the environment for many years
• Accumulate in people and animals over time
• Move through water, soil, and the food supply

Because PFAS may remain in the body for extended periods, repeated low-level exposure has become an area of growing public health concern.

Consumer lawsuits generally allege that companies failed to disclose that products contained PFAS, despite growing scientific concern about the persistence of these chemicals and their potential health and environmental impacts.

PFAS in Cosmetics

PFAS have been identified in a variety of cosmetic and personal care products.

According to the FDA, PFAS may be found in:

• Mascara
• Foundation
• Lipstick
• Eyeliner
• Eyeshadow
• Nail polish
• Moisturizers and lotions
• Cleansers
• Shaving cream

PFAS may be used in cosmetics to improve texture, durability, spreadability, shine, and waterproof performance. In some cases, PFAS may not be obvious to consumers based on product labeling alone.

Lawsuits involving cosmetics often allege that consumers purchased products marketed as safe or clean without being informed that PFAS may have been present.

PFAS in Baby Products

Parents often expect baby products to meet especially high safety standards. However, lawsuits and consumer investigations have raised concerns that certain baby products may contain PFAS.

Products that may be implicated include:

• Strollers
• Car seats
• High chairs
• Bibs
• Mattress covers
• Changing pads
• Waterproof clothing and accessories

PFAS may be used to create water- and stain-resistant, or easy-to-clean surfaces.

Because infants and young children may have repeated close contact with these products, many families have raised concerns about unnecessary exposure during early development.

PFAS in Consumer Goods

PFAS have also been found in a broad range of household and everyday consumer products.

Examples may include:

• Waterproof clothing and footwear
• Upholstery and stain-resistant fabrics
• Food wrappers and grease-resistant packaging
• Cleaning products
• Specialty papers
• Household furnishings
• Certain electronics and coatings

Consumers often do not know that PFAS may be present because products may be marketed with terms such as “waterproof,” “stain resistant,” “long-lasting,” or “grease resistant” without a specific PFAS disclosure.

What Health Problems Are Linked to PFAS Exposure?

Scientific research and litigation involving PFAS exposure have linked these chemicals to several serious health concerns.

Reported health conditions include:

• Kidney cancer
• Testicular cancer
• Thyroid disease
• Ulcerative colitis
• High cholesterol
• Pregnancy-induced hypertension
• Developmental and reproductive effects

Exposure does not guarantee illness, but long-term ingestion of contaminated water may increase health risks.

What Should Consumers Do?

If you purchased products you believe may contain PFAS, it may be helpful to:

• Keep receipts, packaging, or proof of purchase
• Preserve product labels and ingredient disclosures
• Save product advertisements or marketing claims
• Document when and where the products were purchased

These materials may help evaluate whether a potential claim exists.

Do I Qualify to File a PFAS Consumer Product Lawsuit?

You may qualify to pursue a claim if:

• You purchased cosmetics, baby products, or consumer goods that allegedly contained PFAS
• The product was marketed as safe, clean, or free from harmful chemicals
• You paid money for a product you believe was misrepresented

An attorney can review the specific product, labeling, and circumstances of purchase to help determine whether you may have a viable claim.

How Much Time Do I Have to File a Claim?

Every state has deadlines for filing consumer protection and product liability claims.

These deadlines may depend on:

• When the product was purchased
• When consumers first learned about PFAS concerns
• The laws of the state where the purchase occurred

Because product packaging, marketing materials, and purchase records may become harder to locate over time, early review can be important.

Contact a PFAS Consumer Product Lawyer for a Free Case Evaluation

If you purchased cosmetics, baby products, or consumer goods that may have contained PFAS, Buckfire Law can help. We provide free, no-obligation case reviews. If you qualify for a claim, we will file your lawsuit with no upfront legal fees or costs, and we will only receive a fee if you win a settlement!

Legally reviewed by:

Lawrence J. Buckfire, J.D., Lead Trial Attorney at Buckfire Law
Lawrence J. Buckfire, J.D. has over 30 years of experience specializing in personal injury and wrongful death cases. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan and attended Wayne State University School of Law. Lawrence has been named a Super Lawyer, U.S. News Best Lawyer, and in The National Trial Lawyers-Top 100 Trial Lawyers.
Date of Review: May, 2026