Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) - ECHA
Apr 15, 2024 · Some PFAS are also suspected of interfering with the human endocrine (hormonal) system. PFAS are released into the environment from direct and indirect sources, …
Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)
Oct 10, 2024 · 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 …
PFAS chemicals exist, and the numbers are increasing as industry invents new chemicals.1 • Persistent. PFAS remain in the environment for an unknown length of time and take many …
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Feb 7, 2023 · It aims to reduce PFAS emissions into the environment and make products and processes safer for people. All PFASs in the scope of the proposal are very persistent in the …
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Nov 20, 2024 · ECHA and five European countries issue progress update on PFAS restriction. ECHA/NR/24/31. The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) and authorities from Denmark, …
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Oct 10, 2024 · Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large group of chemicals used widely in industrial applications, such as firefighting foam, nonstick pans, paper, and textile …
Nov 20, 2024 · 1. General aim of the regulatory initiative on PFAS. In January 2023, authorities from Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway and Sweden (the Dossier Submitters) …
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Mar 22, 2023 · The authorities estimate that around 4.5 million tonnes of PFAS will end up in the environment over the next 30 years unless action is taken. The proposed restriction on PFAS …
for assessing the potential impacts of the restriction across various sectors using PFAS. As the work of the committees progresses, more sectors will be announced. The table will be updated …
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Mar 13, 2024 · The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) outlines how its two scientific committees will progress in evaluating the proposal to restrict per- and polyfluoroalkyl …