Sep 10, 2025 · Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large, complex group of synthetic chemicals that have been used in consumer products around the world since about the 1950s. They …

Jul 4, 2020 · Intro PFAS Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large class of thousands of synthetic chemicals that are used throughout society. However, they are increasingly detected as …

Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) These widespread, manmade chemicals have leached into our soil, air, and water. More research is needed to understand if and how they cause …

NIEHS is supporting an aggressive program of research on human exposure to per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) chemicals and the potential for PFAS exposure to cause harm to children’s …

Mar 3, 2026 · PFAS are known for their resistance to heat, water and chemicals, which makes them useful in many products. They can be used, for example, in batteries, lubricants, non-stick cookware, …

Aug 20, 2025 · The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has published the updated proposal to restrict per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) under the EU’s chemicals regulation, REACH. The …

A group of chemicals known as PFAS is linked to a wide range of cancers affecting the human digestive, respiratory, and endocrine systems, according to NIEHS-funded research. The study is the first to …

Mar 3, 2026 · The European Chemicals Agency’s (ECHA) Risk Assessment Committee (RAC) has concluded its evaluation of the universal restriction proposal on all per- and polyfluoroalkyl …

Sep 15, 2025 · All news ECHA to consult on PFAS draft opinion in spring 2026 ECHA/NR/25/28 The European Chemicals Agency plans to launch a consultation on the draft opinion of its Committee for …

Aug 20, 2025 · All news ECHA announces timeline for PFAS restriction evaluation ECHA/NR/25/25 The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) aims to complete its scientific evaluation of the proposed EU …