State bans on Pfas reduce ‘forever chemicals’ in clothing and textiles, US report finds
Overview
About 80% of 115 products tested show levels of Pfas that comply with rules – but some firms still exceeding limits
State laws banning Pfas in clothing and textiles have significantly reduced the amount of toxic “forever chemicals” used in the products, which public health advocates say marks a major public health win and underscores the value in protective policy.
Details
However, some companies appear to have ignored the laws as their products still contain high levels of Pfas.
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Originally published at www.theguardian.com.