Since its 2014 launch, Thinx has been arguably the most well-known period underwear brand on the market. But it’s also been the subject of multiple lawsuits stemming from its claims of selling “organic, sustainable, and non-toxic” undergarments. Last year, the company reached a settlement deal in a class-action lawsuit to pay up to $5 million to customers who bought Thinx products in the last six years — and as of this week, those customers can officially submit their claims.
The class-action suit, filed in May 2022, alleges the multi-million dollar company “has led consumers to believe that Thinx Underwear is a safe, healthy and sustainable choice for women, and that it is free of harmful chemicals.” However, “in reality, Thinx Underwear contains harmful chemicals, including polyfluoroalkyl substances (‘PFAS’) and silver nanoparticles, which are a safety hazard to the female body and the environment.”
