Chemours, DuPont, and Corteva will pay $875 million over 25 years to settle environmental claims involving Pfas, which are often called forever chemicals due to their persistence in the environment and the human body. The settlement, commencing no earlier than January 1, 2026, comes amid rising legal actions against chemical companies related to Pfas pollution. In total, settlements regarding Pfas in 2023 surpassed $11 billion, indicating growing regulatory scrutiny and public awareness of environmental health issues linked to these chemicals. Chemours will contribute half, followed by DuPont with 35.5% and Corteva covering the remainder.
Chemours, DuPont and Corteva have agreed to pay $875 million over 25 years to settle environmental claims, including pollution linked to Pfas, or forever chemicals.
Pfas are a class of chemicals used in various products, known as forever chemicals because they do not break down easily and are associated with health problems.
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