As part of its crackdown on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), the US Environmental Protection Agency has ordered Inhance Technologies (Houston, Texas, USA) to halt production of three of the so-called “forever chemicals” generated in its manufacturing process for fluorinated HDPE by the end of February 2024.
“This is a huge step forward in eliminating PFAS from consumer products and a win for human health and the environment, the grouping Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility commented. “EPA has known about PFAS leaching from these containers for three years, and it’s a relief that that is finally taking action to halt this dangerous practice.”
