Do I need proof of purchase for the Tom's of Maine settlement?

No proof required for one product per household. You can claim the average manufacturer's suggested retail price for one Tom's of Maine toothpaste without any receipt. With proof of purchase, you can claim a full refund for up to three Tom's of Maine toothpaste products.

Who qualifies for the Tom's of Maine class action settlement?

You qualify if you purchased one or more Tom's of Maine toothpaste products in the United States between November 21, 2020 and March 6, 2026, for personal use (not for resale or distribution).

How much will I get from the Tom's of Maine settlement?

Without proof of purchase, you can receive the average manufacturer's suggested retail price for one product. With proof of purchase, you can receive a full refund for up to three products. If total claims exceed the available funds, payments will be reduced pro rata.

When is the deadline to file a Tom's of Maine settlement claim?

July 6, 2026. Claims can be submitted online at ToothpasteSettlement.com or mailed to the class administrator. The same date is also the deadline to opt out or object.

Why is Tom's of Maine being sued?

The lawsuits allege Tom's of Maine and parent company Colgate-Palmolive engaged in deceptive marketing of toothpaste manufactured at the Sanford, Maine facility. In May 2024, the FDA inspected the facility and raised concerns about compliance with Good Manufacturing Processes. Tom's reviewed pre-release testing data for approximately 4,900 toothpastes over three years and found no batch posed a safety risk. Tom's and Colgate deny any wrongdoing.

Tom's of Maine Toothpaste Class Action Settlement -- $2.9 Million, No Proof of Purchase Required

By Steve Levine

Toms of Maine Toothpaste Class Action Settlement $2.9 Million Colgate Palmolive No Proof Required FDA 2026

Published: April 7, 2026

Claim Deadline: July 6, 2026

No Proof Required: Yes (1 product per household)

Class Period: November 21, 2020 -- March 6, 2026

What Is This Settlement About?

Tom's of Maine and its parent company Colgate-Palmolive have agreed to a $2.9 million class action settlement to resolve allegations of deceptive marketing of Tom's of Maine toothpaste manufactured at the company's Sanford, Maine facility. The lawsuit stems from a May 2024 FDA inspection that raised concerns about compliance with the FDA's Current Good Manufacturing Processes at the facility.

Following the inspection, Tom's reviewed pre-release testing data for approximately 4,900 finished toothpastes manufactured over a three-year period and reported that no batch showed a safety risk to consumers. Several class action lawsuits were filed across the country alleging deceptive and misleading business practices, and they have now been consolidated for settlement purposes in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York.

Tom's and Colgate deny all allegations of wrongdoing or liability and deny that they violated any law or made any misrepresentation. The settlement allows them to avoid the cost and uncertainty of continued litigation.

Who Qualifies?

You qualify if you purchased one or more Tom's of Maine toothpaste products anywhere in the United States between November 21, 2020 and March 6, 2026, for personal use (not for resale or distribution). The settlement covers any Tom's of Maine toothpaste product purchased during that class period.

That is a wide net. Tom's of Maine toothpaste is sold at major retailers nationwide including Target, Walmart, Whole Foods, Kroger, Walgreens, CVS, Amazon, and most grocery stores. If you have used Tom's of Maine toothpaste in the past five years, you almost certainly qualify.

No Proof Required for One Product

This is one of the easiest "no proof required" class action settlements available right now. Here are the two payment options:

Without proof of purchase: You can claim the average manufacturer's suggested retail price for one Tom's of Maine toothpaste product per household. No receipt, no records, just an attestation that you bought it.

With proof of purchase: You can claim a full refund for up to three Tom's of Maine toothpaste products, capped at three. Acceptable proof typically includes receipts, online order history, or credit card statements showing the purchase.

If the total value of all approved claims exceeds the available settlement funds, payments will be reduced pro rata. If total claims are less than the funds available, the remaining money will be donated to Equal Justice Works.

How Do I File a Claim?

Submit your claim online at ToothpasteSettlement.com or download a paper claim form and mail it to the class administrator. Your claim must be submitted online or postmarked by July 6, 2026.

The online filing process is quick. You will be asked for basic contact information, the type of claim (with or without proof), and an attestation that the information is true. If you have receipts, you can upload them.

When Will Payments Be Sent?

The final approval hearing is scheduled for September 10, 2026 at the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York (Central Islip Courthouse, Courtroom 1020). If the court approves the settlement and there are no appeals, payments will be distributed after the effective date. The exact timing depends on how long claims processing takes.

How Do I Find Class Action Settlements?

Find all the latest class actions you can qualify for by getting notified of new lawsuits as soon as they are open to claims:

Official Settlement Notice (PDF)

Settlement Website: ToothpasteSettlement.com

Submit Claim

Sources

• Official Settlement Website -- ToothpasteSettlement.com
• Court-authorized settlement notice, Rabinowitz et al. v. Colgate-Palmolive Company et al., No. 2:25-cv-6996 (JMW) (E.D.N.Y.)

Case Information

Lead Case: Rabinowitz et al. v. Colgate-Palmolive Company et al., No. 2:25-cv-6996 (JMW)
Court: U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Judge: Hon. James M. Wicks
Defendants: Tom's of Maine Inc. and Colgate-Palmolive Company
Allegation: Deceptive marketing of Tom's of Maine toothpaste following FDA inspection of Sanford, Maine facility
Settlement Fund: $2,900,000
Class Period: November 21, 2020 through March 6, 2026
Who Qualifies: U.S. consumers who bought Tom's of Maine toothpaste during the class period
Without Proof: Average MSRP for 1 product per household
With Proof: Full refund for up to 3 products
Claim Deadline: July 6, 2026
Opt-Out / Objection Deadline: July 6, 2026
Final Approval Hearing: September 10, 2026 (Central Islip Courthouse, Courtroom 1020)
Attorneys' Fees: Up to 33% of the fund
Service Awards: Up to $1,000 each for class representatives
Class Counsel: The Wright Law Office P.A., Denlea & Carton LLP, Wilshire Law Firm PLC
Settlement Website: ToothpasteSettlement.com

Filing Class Action Settlement Claims

Please note that your claim form will be rejected if you submit a settlement claim with any fraudulent information. By providing this information and your sworn statement of its veracity, you agree to do so under the penalty of perjury. If you are not sure whether you qualify, visit the class action administrator's website. OpenClassActions.com is a consumer advocacy and class action news site, and is not a class action administrator or a law firm.

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Tom's of Maine Settlement Summary
Status	Open — File Claim Now
Claim Deadline	July 6, 2026
Settlement Fund	$2,900,000
No Proof	Avg MSRP for 1 product
With Proof	Full refund up to 3 products
Class Period	Nov 21, 2020 – Mar 6, 2026
Final Hearing	September 10, 2026 (E.D.N.Y.)
Website	Toothpaste Settlement