3M settles 'forever chemicals' lawsuits for up to $12.5 billion.
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3M has agreed to pay $10.3bn to settle lawsuits related to the use of "forever chemicals" that have contaminated water and soil in the US. The chemicals, known as PFAS, have been linked to cancer and other health problems. The settlement will resolve litigation brought by several states, including Michigan and New York, as well as individual plaintiffs. 3M said the settlement would not affect its financial outlook.
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