French Court Dismisses Family's Glyphosate Disability Claim Against Bayer

A French court has rejected a family's claim that their son's disabilities were caused by prenatal exposure to glyphosate, produced by Bayer. Despite disappointment from the Grataloup family, the case highlights ongoing uncertainties about glyphosate's effects. Bayer maintains its product is safe and continues to confront legal challenges globally.

Devdiscourse News Desk | Paris | Updated: 31-07-2025 16:01 IST | Created: 31-07-2025 16:01 IST

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A French court has ruled a family's claim against Bayer inadmissible. The family alleges their son's disabilities resulted from the mother's prenatal exposure to glyphosate, a component in Bayer's herbicides.

Despite the ruling, lawyers for the Grataloup family express disappointment and plan to take the case to the appeals court. Bayer has welcomed the decision, stating the court found no liability.

The case underscores ongoing debates about glyphosate's safety. Though rare, such lawsuits challenge Bayer's claims of safety, amid worldwide legal battles following a $10 billion settlement over glyphosate-related cancer claims. The EU's approval of glyphosate runs until 2033.

(With inputs from agencies.)