Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about the universal PFAS restriction

In February 2023, a proposal to ban the group of highly dangerous PFAS (Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) was presented to the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) who is now in charge of its assessment. This proposal builds on a critical amount of concerning and emerging evidence on the risks posed by these chemicals to the environment and human health. Unfortunately, numerous industrial stakeholders have been sharing, in the context of the ECHA process and publicly, a broad array of misleading or distorted information with an aim to discredit the proposed ban. This ‘Frequently asked Questions’ aims to clear up some of the easily misinterpreted information disseminated since the beginning of the process, by presenting key information.