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Is it bad to inhale powder?

Breathing in talcum powder can lead to very serious lung problems, even death. Use caution when using talcum powder on babies. Talc-free baby powder products are available. Workers who have regularly breathed in talcum powder over long periods of time have developed serious lung damage and cancer.

Is it bad to sniff baby powder?

Inhaling baby powder (talc or cornstarch) can cause respiratory problems if it enters the lungs, especially in babies. There are no medically necessary uses of baby powder.

Can inhaling baby powder make you sick?

Talcum powder poisoning is a potentially life-threatening condition that occurs when a person inhales or swallows talcum powder. If treated immediately, the prognosis for this condition is fairly good, but if too much has been ingested, or if treatment is delayed, permanent lung damage or death can occur.

Is talc powder toxic?

Small babies are particularly vulnerable to the toxic effects of talc dust. Talc dust can cause significant harm if it's swallowed or inhaled. Talc inhalation can cause wheezing, coughing, chest pain and difficulty breathing. Although rare, talcum poisoning can prove fatal.

Is Johnson’s baby powder talc free?

Baby powder made from cosmetic talc is one of JOHNSON'S® oldest products and a longtime part of everyday baby care. Extensive research shows the safe use of the talc in our JOHNSON'S® baby powder.

Does Johnson’s baby powder have talc?

Johnson & Johnson introduced baby powder made of crushed talc. The mineral can be found with asbestos in the earth, raising concern talc products are contaminated with toxic asbestos. In recent years, J&J has lost multimillion-dollar lawsuits related to ovarian cancer and mesothelioma caused by baby powder.

Is dusting powder safe?

Talcum powder manufacturers and suppliers say the powdery mineral used in cosmetic products is highly refined and safe. For example, nearly 40 years of studies by researchers and medical experts around the world support the safety of talc, according to Johnson & Johnson.

Is it safe to use Johnson baby powder?

Johnson & Johnson has remained steadfast that its talc-based baby powder is safe to use and continues to aggressively fight the lawsuits and verdicts against it. More than 19,000 cases have been filed in U.S. federal and state courts.