Consumer Protection Law,
Consumer Law
Sep. 12, 2024
Forever chemicals may finally make their exit
Understanding new PFAS laws taking effect in 2025 in California and New York, and the Toxic Substances Control Act: Critical updates for the textile and apparel industries.
Anne Marie Ellis
Shareholder Buchalter
18400 Von Karman Ave #800
Irvine , CA 92612
Email: aellis@buchalter.com
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large group of human-made chemicals that have been used in various industries worldwide since the 1940s. PFAS are valued for their water- and grease-resistant properties, although their persistence in the environment and potential health risks have led to increasing regulation, particularly in textiles and apparel. In 2025, new PFAS-related laws in California and New York will target the reduction and prohibition of these...
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