Published
August 18, 2025
Updated
July 29, 2026
This $2.5 million settlement resolves allegations that certain HexClad cookware was marketed as non-toxic or free of PFAS or PFOA. Claims are closed, final approval was granted in February 2026, and distribution administration remains underway.
Current Status
Claims are closed. The deadline was November 14, 2025. The court’s final approval order grants approval of the $2.5 million settlement as of February 20, 2026.The order directs the administrator to complete pro rata distribution and sets a non-appearance hearing for February 23, 2027, with a final distribution report due beforehand. The official homepage still contains older proposed-settlement wording, so the filed order controls the status.
StatusFinal Approval — Distribution PendingFinal approval granted February 20, 2026; a distribution report is due before February 23, 2027.
Claim DeadlineNovember 14, 2025This page does not accept claims.
Estimated PayoutPro rata cashSee the official source for case-specific calculations.
Proof RequiredYesClaims used an order number, proof of purchase, or administrator-issued claim credentials.
What the Lawsuit Alleged
Plaintiffs alleged HexClad falsely advertised and labeled the nonstick coating on eligible cookware as “non-toxic,” “PFAS Free,” “PFOA Free,” or otherwise free of certain chemicals. HexClad denied wrongdoing, fault, liability, and damages.Who Was Included?
The nationwide class covered people and entities that purchased one or more eligible HexClad products between February 1, 2022 and March 31, 2024, subject to the exclusions in the settlement.What the Settlement Provides
Valid claims receive a pro rata share of the net fund, calculated in relation to eligible purchase amounts and the approved claims pool. The final approval order also permanently bars specified marketing claims for products containing PTFE or another PFAS chemical.What Proof Was Required?
Depending on how and where the product was purchased, claimants used an order number, proof of purchase, or administrator-issued Claim ID and PIN. The payment amount is not a guaranteed percentage of the retail price.Sources
Official administrator website: HexClad Settlement.Official case documents: orders and settlement filings.
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Settlement Amount
$2,500,000
Case Title
Cliburn v. One Source to Market, LLC d/b/a HexClad Cookware, Inc.
Case Number
23STCV28390
Court
Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles
Claim Deadline
November 14, 2025
Status
Final Approval — Distribution Pending
Official Website
HexCladSettlement.com
