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PFAS: EU Commission restricts particularly harmful ‘forever chemicals’

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Published: September 20th, 2024,
Last updated: September 26th, 2024

PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are substances that do not degrade in the natural environment and can be harmful to human health and the environment.

The European Commission is restricting the use of a subset of so-called PFAS chemicals. „We are removing harmful substances from everyday products like textiles, cosmetics and food packaging,“ said European Commission Vice President Maroš Šefčovič. These substances are commonly found in items such as rain jackets, pizza boxes, waterproof sprays, and skincare products.

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