Environmental health: product safety: perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
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Overview
This bill prohibits the distribution, sale, and offering for sale of certain products containing intentionally added per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including cleaning products, dental floss, juvenile products, food packaging, and ski wax. It also phases in restrictions on cookware containing PFAS, with exemptions for previously used products and federal preemption. The bill requires manufacturers to register and certify compliance, and aims to align cleaning product regulations with the California Air Resources Board’s standards regarding volatile organic compounds.
Key provisions
- Prohibits the sale of cleaning products, dental floss, juvenile products, food packaging, and ski wax containing intentionally added PFAS, starting January 1, 2028.
- Phases in a ban on cookware containing intentionally added PFAS, starting January 1, 2030.
- Requires manufacturers to register with the Department of Toxic Substances Control and provide compliance certifications.
- Authorizes the Department to test products and enforce compliance through administrative penalties.
- Clarifies that cleaning products must comply with California Air Resources Board regulations regarding volatile organic compounds.
- Exempts previously used products from the restrictions.
- Requires manufacturers to provide a certificate of compliance upon request instead of on or before July 1, 2029.
- Exempts manufacturers of regulated products from registration and fees.
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