PFAS Compliance
The Problem with PFAS
PFAS are a group of man-made chemicals known for their persistence in the environment and potential risks to human health, plants, and animals. Without action, an estimated 4.4 million tons of PFAS could end up in the environment over the next 30 years.
Importance of PFAS
PFAS are widely used due to their unique properties:
- Chemical Stability: Resist degradation under extreme conditions.
- Water and Stain Resistance: Ideal for non-stick cookware, stain-resistant fabrics, and waterproof clothing.
- Fire Resistance: Utilized in firefighting foams.
- Temperature Resistance: Suitable for high-temperature applications in electronics.
- Lubrication: Used in aerospace and automotive parts.
- Electrical Insulation: Valuable as electrical insulators in various electronic components.
Uses of PFAS
PFAS are found in numerous products, including non-stick cookware, stain-resistant fabrics, waterproof clothing, food packaging, firefighting foams, electronics, aviation and automotive parts, metal plating, paints, and cleaning products.
Key PFAS Regulations
USA Regulations
- TSCA Section 8(a)(7): Requires manufacturers to report various details about PFAS since January 1, 2011.
- Maine: ban of any products containing intentionally added PFAS.
- Minnesota: Bans on many products with PFAS starting in 2025, with a complete ban by 2032.
- Many other states are on their way to similar regulations.
EU Regulations
- REACH Restrictions: A comprehensive ban on approximately 12,000 PFAS substances, including fluoropolymers, expected by 2039.
ComplyMarket Services
ComplyMarket offers innovative software and consulting services to help companies comply with PFAS and other regulations:
- Material Risk Calculation: Upload your BOM, and the software assesses PFAS risk according to IEC62321.
- Regulation Coverage: Software checks for compliance with various regulations, including PFAS, RoHS, REACH, POPs, and more.
- Supplier Engagement: Educate suppliers on sustainability and compliance.
- Supplier Declarations: Collect declarations from suppliers about the presence of PFAS.
ComplyDoC: Streamlining Compliance Management
ComplyDoC, an open-source cloud solution, manages supply chain sustainability and product compliance:
- Data Collection: Collect information from suppliers per IEC 62474 standards.
- Data Validation: Validate data according to ISO 17050.
- Reporting: Manage and report data using ComplyDoC software.
Contact Us
To learn more about how ComplyMarket can help your company navigate PFAS reporting and compliance, contact us and book a call. Let us help you save time, money, and ensure compliance with ease.
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