Washington adopts new PFAS protections to safeguard public health and prevent pollution

November 21, 2025

Read the full article (EIN Presswire)

"The Washington State Department of Ecology (Ecology) yesterday adopted new restrictions on intentionally added per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in consumer products, expanding on existing PFAS restrictions. The rule will protect health by preventing unnecessary exposure to the “forever chemicals” linked to cancer, immune harm, and developmental impacts. It will also prevent PFAS contamination and high costs to clean up the chemicals that threaten drinking water systems, wastewater treatment plants, and communities living near contaminated sites.

“With this rule, Washington continues to stand firmly on the side of public health. As health impacts and cleanup costs from PFAS contamination skyrocket, prevention is the most rational solution,” said Cheri Peele, director of government and market policy at Toxic-Free Future. “We urge the Washington State Department of Ecology to take even stronger action in the coming years to phase out PFAS in all products,” she added.

The new rule:
-Prohibits manufacturing, selling, or distributing priority consumer products that contain intentionally added PFAS starting January 1, 2027, including cleaning products, apparel and accessories, and automotive washes."