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PFAS in Cosmetics: State-Led Regulatory Surge Demands Proactive Compliance

Holland & Knight LLP on 8/12/2025

States are rapidly enacting and implementing bans and reporting requirements for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in cosmetics, creating a complex and evolving compliance environment for manufacturers, distributors,...more

Legislation Banning “Forever Chemicals” in Food Packaging in California by 2028 Will Likely Become Law

Farella Braun + Martel LLP on 8/7/2025

The California Senate recently passed a bill, SB 682, that would essentially eliminate the use of per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as “forever chemicals,” in food packaging within the state, as of January...more

PFAS in Consumer Products: State-by-state Regulations - Updated March 2025

BCLP on 4/1/2025

Manufacturers, distributors, and retailers of consumer products across a broad spectrum of industries are being impacted by state laws regulating the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (“PFAS”) in their products....more

France Adopts a Law Banning PFAS in Cosmetics, Textiles, and Waxing Products

King & Spalding on 3/20/2025

After several months of uncertainty due to amendments made by the Senate and the dissolution of the National Assembly shortly thereafter, France finally passed a law on February 27, 2025, aiming to reduce risks associated...more

Food and Beverage News and Trends - October 2024

DLA Piper on 10/14/2024

This regular publication by DLA Piper lawyers focuses on helping clients navigate the ever-changing business, legal, and regulatory landscape. California: Newsom signs three significant food bills. California Governor Gavin...more

Navigating the PFAS Regulatory Landscape: Insights for Consumer Brands and Retailers

Perkins Coie on 7/7/2023

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), known as “forever chemicals,” have been in use since the 1940s and have been added to a wide variety of products to make them resistant to heat, water, oil, and corrosion. PFAS...more

Colorado PFAS Act Likely Just the Beginning of New PFAS Chemical Regulation

Womble Bond Dickinson on 7/6/2022

The term “PFAS” has become a “four-letter word” that refers to a common group of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl chemical substances, which are the subject of increasing regulation. There are several key takeways from this...more

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