EU Takes Action Against Harmful PFAS Chemicals: Analyzing the Draft Restriction Proposal

Whitepaper Overview

This whitepaper aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the EU’s draft restriction proposal for PFAS, including its scope, key provisions, and implications for business owners. We will examine the scientific and policy context of the proposed restriction, highlighting the current state of knowledge on the environmental and health effects of PFAS. We will also explore the challenges and opportunities of implementing the proposed restriction and its implications for companies operating in the EU and beyond. Our goal is to provide a balanced and informed assessment of the EU’s proposed restriction, as well as a roadmap for businesses and policymakers to navigate this rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.

This whitepaper covers:

• The PFAS Restriction
• PFAS Products
• Impact to Businesses
• The Restriction Process
• RINA Recommendations

*This whitepaper was originally published on 14th March 2023. Further regulatory developments may have occurred after publication. To keep up-to-date with the latest compliance news, sign up to our newsletter.

Author

Cathy Phillips, Principal Regulatory Compliance Consultant, RINA

Cathy Phillips is an advisor and consultant on Health, Safety, and Environmental Engineering and compliance matters. She provides expert regulatory consultancy services in hazardous materials, safety, and environment, to a wide variety of sectors.
She can be contacted at cathy.phillips@rina.org