NUK Orthodontic Pacifier Class Action Lawsuit: What Parents Need to Know
NUK Orthodontic Pacifier Class Action Lawsuit
A federal class action lawsuit alleges that Newell Brands and NUK USA misled consumers by labeling certain pacifiers as "orthodontic" when, plaintiffs allege, no such oral health benefit exists. No settlement has been reached and the case may be heading to trial. If you purchased a NUK Orthodontic Pacifier in CA, FL, IL, MA, MI, MN, MO, NJ, NY, or WA since October 16, 2019, you are a class member and must decide whether to stay in the lawsuit or opt out by August 24, 2026.
Settlement fund
TBD - no fund yet
Common fund
Top payout
TBD
No fund established yet
Claim deadline
No deadline yet
No claim form available
No claim form yet — stay informed
This case may be heading to trial. We'll update this page when a claim form becomes available.
Do you qualify?
You are a Class Member if ALL of the following apply:
- Purchased any NUK-branded Orthodontic Pacifier (including NUK Space, NUK Latex, NUK Sports, NUK Confetti, NUK Fashion, NUK Sensitive, or NUK Juicy Orthodontic Pacifiers) in California, Florida, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, or Washington.
- Purchase was made on or after October 16, 2019 and on or before May 14, 2026.
- Excluded: Newell Brands Inc., NUK USA LLC, and their officers, directors, agents, and affiliates; past and present employees of Defendants; and the judge and court staff presiding over this case.
Not sure if you qualify? Call the NUK Notice Administrator toll-free at 1-800-627-0569, write to NUK Notice Administrator, PO Box 3507, Portland, OR 97208-3507, or visit NUKOrthodonticPacifierLawsuit.com.
What happened
Plaintiffs Shelly Benson and Lisa Caparelli filed a class action lawsuit alleging that Newell Brands Inc. and its subsidiary NUK USA LLC violated consumer protection laws in ten states by labeling their pacifiers as "orthodontic." Plaintiffs allege the "orthodontic" designation leads parents to believe these pacifiers promote healthier oral development than other pacifiers, and that this claim is not supported. Plaintiffs contend the misleading label caused consumers to pay a price premium they would not otherwise have paid, and seek recovery for those alleged economic losses only.
Defendants deny all allegations of wrongdoing and contend that the "orthodontic" label accurately describes their product and is not misleading in any way. The Court has certified the case as a class action but has not yet decided who is right. No settlement has been reached and no money is currently available to class members.
How to file a claim
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1. Confirm you are a class member
You are included if you purchased any NUK-branded Orthodontic Pacifier in CA, FL, IL, MA, MI, MN, MO, NJ, NY, or WA on or after October 16, 2019 and on or before May 14, 2026.
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2. Decide whether to stay in or opt out
If you do nothing, you remain in the class and will be bound by any judgment or future settlement. You may be eligible for money if Plaintiffs prevail. If you opt out, you preserve the right to sue Defendants separately but will not share in any class recovery. There is no claim form or payout available at this time.
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3. Submit an opt-out request by August 24, 2026 (if opting out)
To exclude yourself, mail a signed letter with your name, address, and a statement that you wish to be excluded from the Ten-State Class in Benson et al. v. Newell Brands Inc., et al., Case No. 1:19-cv-06836, postmarked by August 24, 2026, to: NUK Notice Administrator, P.O. Box 3507, Portland, OR 97208-3507.
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4. Monitor the case for a future settlement or trial outcome
No claim form exists yet. If a settlement is reached or Plaintiffs are awarded money, class members will be notified of any steps required to receive money. Check NUKOrthodonticPacifierLawsuit.com or call 1-800-627-0569 for updates.
Key dates
- Aug 24, 2026 Opt-out & objection deadline Upcoming
- Claim filing deadline Upcoming
- Final Fairness Hearing (TBD - no trial date set yet) Upcoming
- TBD after final approval Payments issued to claimants Pending
No trial date has been set. The only current deadline is the opt-out deadline of August 24, 2026 (postmarked). Class members who do not opt out by this date will remain in the lawsuit and be bound by any judgment or future settlement. Check NUKOrthodonticPacifierLawsuit.com for updates on trial scheduling.
Where the money is going
No settlement fund has been established. This is a class certification notice — the Court certified the case as a class action, but no settlement has been reached and trial has not yet taken place. If Plaintiffs prevail at trial or a settlement is agreed upon in the future, a fund and claims process will be announced.
No money is currently available to class members. The fund information above will be updated if a settlement is reached or Plaintiffs prevail at trial. There is no guarantee that class members will recover any money.
Common questions
How much money will I receive?
No payout is available at this time. If Plaintiffs win at trial or a settlement is later reached, class members will be notified about how to submit a claim and receive money. The amount, if any, will depend on the outcome of trial or negotiation.
Do I need to submit proof of purchase?
No claim form currently exists, so no documentation is required right now. If a claims process opens in the future, the settlement administrator will provide instructions on what documentation, if any, is needed.
What if I didn’t receive a notice?
If you did not receive a notice but purchased a qualifying NUK Orthodontic Pacifier in one of the ten states within the class period (October 16, 2019 through May 14, 2026), you are still a class member. Contact the NUK Notice Administrator at 1-800-627-0569 or visit NUKOrthodonticPacifierLawsuit.com.
Does staying in the class affect my right to sue later?
If you remain in the class and the case resolves (whether by trial verdict or future settlement), you will be bound by the Court's judgment and cannot sue Defendants separately over the same claims. To preserve your right to sue independently, you must opt out by August 24, 2026.
When will payments be sent out?
No payments are expected in the near term. The case must go to trial, or a settlement must be reached and receive final court approval, before any money is distributed to class members. This process typically takes a year or more after trial or settlement.
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This 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 Newell Brands Inc. and NUK USA LLC, Epiq (the Settlement Administrator), or Class Counsel Melissa Weiner of Pearson Warshaw, LLP and Edwin Kilpela Jr. of Wade Kilpela Slade. The case is Benson et al. v. Newell Brands Inc. et al., Case No. 1:19-cv-06836, pending in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, Eastern Division before the Honorable Andrea Wood. Class representatives are Shelly Benson and Lisa Caparelli. Newell Brands / NUK denies wrongdoing. This website is attorney advertising. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.