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The EPA has determined that at least 1,462 PFAS known to be manufactured or used in the United States since 2011 will be subject to final rules, providing better access to EPA’s efforts to protect human health and the environment from these chemicals. important data needed for product impact.

Under the regulations, companies that have manufactured (including imported) PFAS since 2011 must provide information to EPA within 18 months after the final rule takes effect. Small businesses that only report imports of products containing PFAS substances must electronically report information on PFAS uses, production volumes, by-products, disposals, exposures, and environmental or health impacts within 24 months after the final rule takes effect. There is information. Please note that any violation of this rule is unlawful and subject to civil or criminal penalties.

What are PFAS:

Perfluorinated and polyfluoroalkyl compounds (PFAS) are a large class of organic fluorides with very stable chemical properties. They have the advantages of waterproof, antifouling and good insulation properties. They are widely used in food packaging, electronic appliances, leather and clothing, construction and It is especially widely used in industrial manufacturing fields such as household products, fire protection and medical supplies. However, PFAS is persistent and mobile, and is difficult to degrade in the environment. It is also called a "forever chemical" and poses a serious threat to human health and the ecological environment.

Announcement link:

https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/epa-finalizes-rule-require-reporting-pfas-data-better-protect-communities-forever?from=industrynews