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State bans on Pfas reduce ‘forever chemicals’ in clothing and textiles, US report finds

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About 80% of 115 products tested show levels of Pfas that comply with rules – but some firms still exceeding limitsState 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. However, some companies appear to have ignored the laws as their products still contain high levels of Pfas.

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.

However, some companies appear to have ignored the laws as their products still contain high levels of Pfas.

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