MG217 Shampoo $1.2 Million Benzene Class Action Settlement

MG217 Shampoo $1.2 Million Benzene Class Action SettlementConsumers who bought MG217 coal tar shampoo between Jan. 1, 2021, and June 25, 2026, may qualify to claim a cash refund or voucher from a settlement.MG217 Shampoo $1.2 Million Benzene Class Action SettlementWeekly NewsletterClass actions settlements delivered to your inbox.Thank you! Check your inbox for a welcome email.Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.Nicole AljetsEditor & Community ManagerPublishedAugust 19, 2026 11:11 AMUpdatedAugust 24, 2026Join the DiscussionIndividuals who purchased MG217 coal tar shampoo products in the United States between Jan. 1, 2021, and June 25, 2026, may be eligible to submit a claim for a cash refund or product voucher from a class action settlement.Lake Consumer Products Inc. agreed to pay $1.2 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging it failed to manufacture MG217 coal tar shampoo products in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices and industry standards, specifically regarding the levels of benzene present in the products.Who can file a claim?Class members must meet the following criteria:They purchased any formulation of MG217 coal tar shampoo products in the United States for personal use.The purchase or purchases occurred between Jan. 1, 2021, and June 25, 2026.Qualifying MG217 shampoo products include but are not limited to:MG217 Psoriasis Extra StrengthMG217 Psoriasis Medicated Conditioning 3% Coal Tar ShampooMG217 Dandruff Therapeutic ShampooHow much are class action payments?Class members have the following benefit options:Cash payment with proof of purchase: Class members with proof of purchase can submit a claim to receive a pro rata cash payment estimated to be equal to the amount they paid for each qualifying product. The settlement administrator will determine the final payment amount by the total number of claims filed.