Oct 15, 2025 · Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large class of thousands of synthetic chemicals that are used throughout society. However, they are increasingly detected as …

Sep 10, 2025 · Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large, complex group of synthetic chemicals that have been used in consumer products around the world since about the 1950s. They …

Jul 15, 2021 · The registry of restriction intentions until outcome lists the intentions and Annex XV restriction proposals received by ECHA. A restriction proposal may be prepared by a Member State …

Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) These widespread, manmade chemicals have leached into our soil, air, and water. More research is needed to understand if and how they cause …

Nov 20, 2024 · The basis for the proposed restriction is the fact that PFAS and their degradation products may persist in the environment for a very long period, longer than any other man-made …

Feb 7, 2023 · Why do we need a PFAS restriction? − Adverse effects on environment and human health

Aug 20, 2025 · The proposal to restrict PFAS in the EU/EEA was prepared by authorities in Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway and Sweden. It was submitted to ECHA on 13 January 2023. It …

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EPA working definition? This working definition identifies chemicals with at least two adjacent carbon atoms, where one carbon is fully fluorinated and the other 1.6 The current scope definition is linked …

PFAS Fnevep Poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are manufactured chemicals that are widely used throughout society and found in the environment. PFAS resist degradation, persist in the …