Hexclad Cookware PFAS Class Action Settlement: Status & Payout Timeline
Hexclad Cookware PFAS Class Action Settlement
The Hexclad PFAS cookware class action settlement, Cliburn v. One Source to Market, LLC d/b/a Hexclad Cookware, Inc. (Case No. 23STCV28390, Los Angeles Superior Court), received final court approval on March 9, 2026. Payments are being distributed pro rata to valid claimants from a $2.5 million fund. This page tracks the case through final distribution.
Settlement fund
$2.5M
Non-reversionary
Status
Approved
Final approval Mar 9, 2026
Claim window
Closed
Was Nov 14, 2025
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Final approval granted
On March 9, 2026, the Honorable David S. Cunningham, III signed the Order Granting Final Approval of the class action settlement. The Court found the settlement fair, reasonable, and adequate, and certified the settlement class.
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Claim review complete
Verita Global, LLC, the Court-appointed Claims Administrator, reviewed each timely claim for validity. Claimants with questioned claims were contacted directly by the administrator using the contact information on their claim form.
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Payment distribution in progress
Payments are being distributed on a pro rata basis to valid claimants, based on the number of Eligible Products purchased and the price paid. Payments typically arrive by the method selected on your claim form (digital payment or paper check) within 30 to 90 days of final approval.
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No further action needed
If you submitted a timely, valid claim, you do not need to do anything else. For status updates or to verify your claim, visit hexcladsettlement.com or call the administrator at (866) 507-0323.
What the case was about
The lawsuit, captioned Cliburn v. One Source to Market, LLC d/b/a Hexclad Cookware, Inc. (Case No. 23STCV28390), was filed in the Superior Court of California for the County of Los Angeles on November 17, 2023. Plaintiffs alleged that Hexclad marketed its hybrid cookware with representations such as “PFAS Free,” “PFOA Free,” and “non-toxic,” while the products allegedly contained or were manufactured with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS or “forever chemicals”). Plaintiffs claimed that, had they known about the presence of PFAS, they would not have purchased the cookware or would have paid less for it.
Hexclad has denied any and all allegations of wrongdoing, fault, liability, or damage. The Court did not determine that Hexclad did anything wrong. The parties agreed to settle the case for $2.5 million to avoid the cost, risk, and delay of continued litigation. As part of the settlement, Hexclad also agreed to stop advertising any product containing PTFE or any chemical in the PFAS family as “PFAS free,” “PFOA free,” or “non-toxic.”
Who qualified as a class member
The certified settlement class was nationwide. Class members had to meet all of the following:
- Purchased one or more Eligible Hexclad hybrid cookware products (pots, pans, and sets) advertised as “PFAS Free,” “PFOA Free,” or “non-toxic”
- Purchased in the United States between February 1, 2022 and March 31, 2024
- Submitted a valid and timely claim form on or before November 14, 2025
- Excluded: Hexclad, its officers and directors, the Judge and Court staff, and anyone who timely opted out by the August 5, 2025 deadline
Questions about your claim? Call the administrator at (866) 507-0323 or visit hexcladsettlement.com.
How payouts work
The Hexclad settlement pays valid claimants on a pro rata basis. Each claimant’s share is based on the number of Eligible Products purchased and the actual price paid (including any sale or discount). The net settlement fund, after Court-approved fees and costs, is divided among valid claims using this formula.
- 1 to 2 items, no proof of purchase: Pro rata cash payment based on average unit price
- 3 or more items, with proof of purchase: Pro rata cash payment based on actual amounts paid per documented item
- Second distribution: If funds remain after the initial distribution, a second pro rata distribution will be made to valid claimants
- Cy pres: Any residual funds after the second distribution go to the California Fire Foundation
Case timeline
- Apr 22, 2025 Preliminary approval order Passed
- Aug 5, 2025 Opt-out & objection deadline Passed
- Nov 14, 2025 Claim filing deadline Passed
- Feb 20, 2026 Final fairness hearing Passed
- Mar 9, 2026 Final approval order signed Passed
- In progress Payment distribution to claimants Active
- Feb 23, 2027 Non-appearance hearing on final distribution Upcoming
Final fairness hearings were held on September 15, 2025, February 10, 2026, and February 20, 2026, before the Honorable David S. Cunningham, III at the Spring Street Courthouse, 312 North Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012 (Department 11). Final Approval Order signed March 9, 2026.
Where the money is going
Fees, costs, and awards approved by the Court on March 9, 2026. Any residual funds after two pro rata distributions to claimants will be directed to the cy pres recipient, the California Fire Foundation.
Common questions
Has the Hexclad settlement been approved?
Yes. On March 9, 2026, the Honorable David S. Cunningham, III of the Los Angeles Superior Court signed the Order Granting Final Approval of the class action settlement. The Court found the settlement fair, reasonable, and adequate.
When will I receive my Hexclad settlement payment?
Verita Global, LLC (the Court-appointed Claims Administrator) is distributing payments to valid claimants now that final approval has been granted. Payments typically arrive within 30 to 90 days of final approval. If you chose a digital payment option on your claim form, it generally arrives faster than a paper check. For your specific claim status, contact Verita Global at (866) 507-0323 or visit hexcladsettlement.com.
How much will I actually receive?
Payouts are pro rata, so the exact per-claimant amount depends on the total number of valid claims and the Eligible Products each claimant purchased. The net fund available for class members is approximately $1.25 million after Court-approved fees, expenses, and administration costs. Claimants who submitted proof of purchase for 3 or more items are paid based on the actual prices paid; claimants with 1 to 2 items and no proof receive a pro rata payment based on average unit price.
I missed the November 14, 2025 deadline. Can I still file?
No, the Hexclad claim window has closed. However, you may qualify for several currently open consumer settlements that don’t require proof of purchase. See our list of active settlements you can still file, including cookware, false-advertising, and data breach cases. To avoid missing future cookware, PFAS, or no-proof settlements, sign up for weekly settlement alerts. We list every new claim the day it opens.
What happens to any leftover money?
If funds remain after the first distribution, the administrator will make a second pro rata distribution to valid claimants. Any residual funds remaining after the second distribution will be directed to the cy pres recipient, the California Fire Foundation, as ordered by the Court.
Did Hexclad admit wrongdoing?
No. Hexclad has denied any and all allegations of wrongdoing, fault, liability, or damage, and the Court did not determine that Hexclad did anything wrong. The parties agreed to settle the case to avoid the cost and risk of continued litigation. As part of the settlement, Hexclad agreed to stop advertising products containing PTFE or any chemical in the PFAS family as “PFAS free,” “PFOA free,” or “non-toxic.”
Does this settlement affect my right to sue Hexclad later?
Yes. Because final approval has been granted, all class members who did not timely opt out by August 5, 2025 have released their right to sue Hexclad individually for the claims covered by this settlement. Anyone who wanted to preserve their individual right to sue needed to opt out by that deadline.
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No proof requiredThis page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Dapeer Law, P.A. is not the administrator of this settlement and is not affiliated with One Source to Market, LLC, Hexclad Cookware, Inc., Verita Global, LLC, Settlement Class Counsel (Zimmerman Reed LLP, Jennings & Earley, PLLC, and Almeida Law Group LLC), or the Class Representatives (Mandy Cliburn, Matthew Cliburn, Randi Gurka, Dana Swoyer, Lori Cimonetti, Khushbu Didwania, Pratikkumar Patel, and Benjamin Adams). For official information about the case, including the Settlement Agreement and the Order Granting Final Approval, visit the official settlement website at hexcladsettlement.com or contact Verita Global, LLC at (866) 507-0323 or P.O. Box 301172, Los Angeles, CA 90030-1172. This website is attorney advertising. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.