Evidence-based research and ongoing litigation regarding glyphosate safety
Classification: Group 2A - "Probably carcinogenic to humans"
Finding: Limited evidence in humans, sufficient evidence in animals for carcinogenicity
Source: IARC Monographs Volume 112
Study Size: 54,251 pesticide applicators
Finding: Increased risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma with high exposure
Published in: Journal of the National Cancer Institute
Agency: FDA Total Diet Study
Finding: Glyphosate detected in honey, crackers, granola, and oat-based products
Results showed widespread presence in common foods
Research: University of Turku, Finland
Finding: Glyphosate disrupts beneficial gut bacteria at low concentrations
Published in: Environmental Health Perspectives
Verdict: $289 million (later reduced to $78.5 million)
Case: School groundskeeper developed non-Hodgkin lymphoma after regular Roundup use
First major victory against Monsanto/Bayer
Verdict: $80 million (later reduced to $25.2 million)
Case: 70-year-old man used Roundup for decades on his property
Federal court case confirming pattern
Verdict: $2.055 billion (later reduced to $86.7 million)
Case: Couple both developed non-Hodgkin lymphoma after 30+ years of Roundup use
Largest initial verdict in Roundup litigation
Amount: $10.9 billion settlement fund
Cases: Resolved approximately 100,000 pending lawsuits
No admission of liability, but significant financial impact
The Environmental Protection Agency is conducting a comprehensive review of glyphosate safety data following legal challenges.
EU renewed glyphosate approval until 2033, but with increased restrictions and monitoring requirements.
Multiple universities studying glyphosate exposure in children and potential developmental impacts.
New lawsuits filed regularly, with lawyers continuing to accept cases from individuals with cancer diagnoses.
This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal or medical advice. The scientific community continues to debate glyphosate safety. Consult healthcare professionals for medical concerns and legal professionals for litigation questions. ToxScanner does not provide legal or medical advice.