Environmental Pollutants - Triclosan

Triclosan is used in a variety of anti-bacterial products, including toothpaste, mouthwash, soap, laundry detergent, cosmetics, lotions, creams and deodorant. When combined with the trace amounts of chlorine found in everyday tap water, it can become a chlorine gas, a known carcinogen. The cancer causing properties of Triclosan are currently under investigation by the FDA.

In addition to becoming chlorine gas, it is believed Triclosan can become a dioxin via exposure to direct sunlight or some other form of ultraviolet radiation. Dioxins are very difficult for the body to purge since they are chemically stable and build up in the body over time. These are the primary causes for concern and the reason products which use Triclosan are being labeled in order to inform consumers of their risks.

If you or a loved one has suffered an injury, illness or death, as the result of an environmental pollutant, such as triclosan, and you believe the exposure was someone else's fault, call VanDerGinst Law at 1-866-843-7367 or click here for a FREE online case evaluation. The initial consultation is free of charge. If we agree to handle your triclosan case, we will work on a contingency fee basis, which means we get paid for our services only if, and when, there is a money recovery for you. In many cases a triclosan lawsuit must be filed before an applicable expiration date, known as a statute of limitations. Please call right away to ensure that you do not waive your right to possible compensation.