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Commission restricts the use of ‘forever chemicals' in firefighting foams
The European Commission has adopted new measures restricting the use of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in firefighting foams under the REACH Regulation, the EU's chemicals legislation. This is an important measure that protects people and the environment from the risks posed by PFAS.
The restriction marks a major step towards the Commission's objective to minimise PFAS emissions. Firefighting foams have been a major source of pollution in the EU. Without this restriction, around 470 tonnes of this kind of chemicals would continue to be emitted into the environment every year, contaminating soil and water. Additionally, firefighters would also continue to be exposed to PFAS present in the foams used.
A press release is available online.
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