Key facts
- Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is investigating Fruit of the Loom and Hanes.
- The investigation concerns the potential use of toxic chemicals in children's underwear.
- Paxton sent civil investigative demands to both companies.
- The probe does not accuse either company of wrongdoing.
- Chemicals of concern include bisphenols, fluorine, parabens, phthalates, and PFAS.
- These chemicals have been associated with cancer, hormone disruption, and infertility.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton initiated an investigation on Tuesday into Fruit of the Loom and Hanes, examining whether the companies use toxic chemicals in the manufacturing of children's underwear. Paxton stated that he sent civil investigative demands to both companies, which are owned by Berkshire Hathaway and Gildan Activewear, respectively. He did not allege any wrongdoing by either company.