France has launched a comprehensive ban on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), marking a critical advancement in regulating harmful chemicals. This new law prohibits the production and sale of PFAS-laden cosmetics, textiles, and other products, with full implementation planned by 2030. However, nonstick cookware was excluded from this ban following lobbying by Tefal, a notable cookware manufacturer. Despite the successful ban, politician Nicolas Thierry conveyed disappointment over the exemption, reflecting a complex balance between health advocacy and industry pressures. The law signifies France's commitment to public health amid ongoing concerns about PFAS' persistence and health risks.
France's newly passed law bans the manufacture, trade, and marketing of PFAS in cosmetics and textiles, marking a significant step in public health policy.
Nicolas Thierry expressed both celebration and regret; although the ban is prompt progress against PFAS, the exemption for cookware remains a sour note.
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