The EU restricts more dangerous PFAS chemical substances in consumer products
12 Nov 20262 views
Who is affected:
Manufacturers, importers and distributors of products with PFAS compounds in the EU
Summary
The EU expands the list of prohibited PFAS chemical substances, including long-chain perfluorocarboxylic acids. It affects manufacturers and importers of products containing these substances.
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This Delegated Regulation amends Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 on persistent organic pollutants (POPs) to include long-chain perfluorocarboxylic acids (PFCA), their salts and related compounds. These substances, known as 'forever chemicals', are highly persistent in the environment and in the human body. The amendment invo…
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