Kimberly-Clark Corporation announced on August 28, 2025, that it has agreed to pay up to $40.4 million to resolve a criminal charge. The charge is related to the company's sale of adulterated MicroCool surgical gowns, as stated by the U.S. Justice Department.
This settlement addresses a legal issue concerning product quality and compliance. The financial penalty represents a material impact on the company's financials.
The agreement with the Department of Justice concludes a significant legal matter for Kimberly-Clark, allowing the company to move forward from the criminal charge.
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