Jurisdiction
For products sold in USA
Law Summary
Numerous US states (e.g., Maine, Minnesota, California, Colorado) have enacted laws banning or requiring reporting of intentionally added PFAS chemicals in various consumer products, often including textiles, apparel, cookware, and packaging, with varying scopes and timelines to reduce PFAS exposure.
Law Obligation
Outdoor apparel for severe wet conditions – Prohibited, unless labelled with statement ‘Made with PFAS chemicals’ – January 1, 2026
Turnout gear – Written notice with explanation to purchaser at time of sale for intentionally added PFAS to product – January 1, 2026
Apparel, Carpets and rugs, Cleaning products, Cookware, Fabric treatments, Children’s products, Textile furnishings, Ski wax, Upholstered furniture – Prohibited if intentionally added, unless manufacturer provides prior notification to the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), Prohibited if intentionally added, unless labelled – July 1, 2026
Apparel, Carpets and rugs, Cleaning products, Cookware, Fabric treatments, Children’s products, Textile furnishings, Ski wax, Turnout gear, Upholstered furniture, Outdoor apparel for severe wet conditions – Prohibited if intentionally added – January 1, 2028
