Johnson & Johnson Recalls Baby Powder After Asbestos Discovery

Johnson & Johnson has issued a voluntary recall of its baby powder in the US after the FDA found trace amounts of asbestos in a single bottle. This marks the first recall due to potential asbestos contamination. The recall is limited to one lot, and the company is advising consumers to stop using products marked with lot number 22318RB. Asbestos is a known carcinogen linked to mesothelioma, and the company faces numerous lawsuits alleging its talc products caused cancer. Despite these claims, Johnson & Johnson maintains that its products are safe. Investigations by Reuters and the New York Times suggest the company was aware of asbestos in its products for decades. Johnson & Johnson is collaborating with the FDA to verify the test results.

What prompted Johnson & Johnson to recall its baby powder for the first time?

• A consumer complaint

• A competitor's lawsuit

• A report from the FDA

• A new company policy

What health condition is associated with asbestos exposure?

• Hypertension

• Diabetes

• Mesothelioma

• Asthma

What did investigations by Reuters and the New York Times reveal about Johnson & Johnson?

• The company had no knowledge of asbestos in its products

• The company had informed regulators about asbestos in its products

• The company had recently discovered asbestos in its products

• The company had been aware of asbestos in its products for decades

What action is Johnson & Johnson taking in response to the FDA's findings?

• Ignoring the findings

• Suing the FDA

• Working with the FDA to verify the results

• Recalling all its products

Where can consumers find the lot number on the Johnson's baby powder bottle?

• On the bottom of the bottle

• On the back of the bottle

• On the front label

• On the cap