Knix toxic chemicals $1.4M class action settlement

Knix, maker of period panties and other garments, agreed to a $1.4 million marketing class action lawsuit settlement to resolve claims that its period underwear contains dangerous per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which have been linked to serious health concerns.

The settlement benefits consumers who purchased Knix products between Jan. 1, 2020, and Dec. 31, 2022.

According to the class action lawsuit, Knix period underwear products contain dangerous PFAS chemicals despite the manufacturer’s marketing that the panties are free of toxic chemicals. PFAS chemicals have been linked to serious health problems such as birth complications, cancers and more.

Knix is a brand of period panties.

Knix hasn’t admitted any wrongdoing but agreed to a $1.4 million settlement to resolve the PFAS class action lawsuit.

Under the terms of the settlement, class members can receive up to $5.30 for each Knix product they purchased, up to a maximum payment of $15.90. Each class member’s claim form will indicate whether Knix has a record of their purchase or if they need to provide proof of purchase.

As part of the settlement, Knix has also agreed to implement increased PFAS testing for two years. The company also agreed to remove references on its website to Knix products being PFAS-free, toxic chemical-free or fluorine-free.

The deadline for exclusion and objection is March 11, 2024.

The final approval hearing for the Knix marketing settlement is scheduled for April 23, 2024.

To receive benefits under the Knix underwear settlement, class members must submit a valid claim form by March 11, 2024.

Who’s Eligible

Consumers who purchased Knix products between Jan. 1, 2020, and Dec. 31, 2022.

Potential Award

$15.90

Proof of Purchase

Receipt, proof of online order, an email from Knix or another retailer or credit card statements for each transaction that must show the amount and date of the purchase, the seller and the style purchased.

Claim Form

NOTE: If you do not qualify for this settlement do NOT file a claim.

Remember: you are submitting your claim under penalty of perjury. You are also harming other eligible Class Members by submitting a fraudulent claim. If you’re unsure if you qualify, please read the FAQ section of the Settlement Administrator’s website to ensure you meet all standards (Top Class Actions is not a Settlement Administrator). If you don’t qualify for this settlement, check out our database of other open class action settlements you may be eligible for.

Claim Form Deadline

03/11/2024

Case Name

Spencer, et al. v. Knix Wear Inc., et al., Case No. 1:23-cv-07823-JLR, in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York

Final Hearing

04/23/2024

Claims Administrator

KNS Settlement Administrator
PO Box 301134
Los Angeles, CA 90030-1134
877-392-0141

Class Counsel

Erin Ruben
Hunter Bryson
Harper Segui 
Rachel Soffin
MILBERG COLEMAN BRYSON PHILLIPS GROSSMAN

Defense Counsel

Lauren S Colton
HOGAN LOVELLS US LLP