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PFAS in the textile industry: Sources, fate, detection, and pathways toward sustainable remediation and regulation
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15 Sep 2025 | Chem. Eng. J.
Textiles act as long-term reservoirs for PFAS, continuously releasing harmful chemicals into the environment through production, use, aging, washing, and disposal, raising major health and regulatory concerns.
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Sweat-amplified dermal transfer and combined toxicity of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and organophosphate esters mixtures in children's textiles
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8 Sep 2025 | Sci Total Environ
Sweating was found to increase the dermal transfer of PFAS and organophosphate esters from children's clothing by over 1000-fold, leading to chemical levels on the skin that exceed regulatory limits and cause measurable toxic effects in human skin cell tests.
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Unmasking per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in facemasks: Occurrence and leaching implications.
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4 Sep 2025 | J Hazard Mater
Facemasks, especially reusable cloth ones, contain low but detectable levels of PFAS that can leach into the environment under landfill-like conditions, with leaching influenced by temperature, pH, and organic matter.
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Per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and microRNA: An epigenome-wide association study in firefighters
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15 Aug 2025 | Environmental Research
In U.S. firefighters, higher blood levels of certain PFAS chemicals were linked to changes in microRNA expression patterns associated with increased risks for various cancers, neurological disorders, and autoimmune diseases.
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Per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances on the surface of children's feeding smocks: High-throughput characterization and implications for exposure assessment
Science
11 Aug 2025
Elevated PFAS levels were detected on Chinese children’s feeding smocks, making routine hand-to-mouth contact during use a potential exposure at levels on par with everyday exposure from indoor dust and air.
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Scientists warn of toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in reusable period products
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22 Jul 2025 | The Hill
“Since reusable products are on the rise due to their increased sustainability compared to single-use products, it’s important to ensure that these products are safe,” co-author Marta Venier, an associated professor at Indiana University, said in a statement.
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Per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances in reusable feminine hygiene products
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22 Jul 2025 | Environ. Sci. Technol. Lett.
59 reusable menstrual products from North America, South America, and Europe were found to contain PFAS in all items, with period underwear and reusable pads most often intentionally treated. Availability of PFAS-free options suggests thatPFAS aren’t necessary. More research is needed on dermal exposure.
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Washington State Solicits Comments on Proposed PFAS Restrictions for Apparel and Cleaning Products
Policy
17 Jul 2025
If the proposed regulations are adopted, the manufacture, sale, or distribution of three categories of products— “apparel and accessories,” “cleaning products,” and “automotive washes”—would be barred in Washington state beginning January 1, 2027, if they contain intentionally added PFAS.
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‘Forever chemicals’ in school uniforms could be banned under proposed law
Policy
3 Jul 2025
Amendments to children’s wellbeing and schools bill call for ban on PFAS and synthetic fibres over health concerns.
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Analysis of legacy PFAS and potential precursors in curtain, sofa, and carpet fabric samples
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2 Jul 2025 | Sci Total Environ
A European survey of 30 carpets, curtains, and sofa fabrics collected in 2023 found that household textiles can carry unexpectedly high levels of PFAS, often dominated by newer short-chain compounds, confirming these everyday items as a notable indoor source of PFAS exposure.
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New CA Law Aimed at Eliminating PFAS from Firefighter Turnout Gear
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23 Jun 2025 | Firehouse
When firefighters in California head into the flames, they wear special gear to protect them from heat, moisture, smoke and falling materials. But the same equipment meant to keep them safe exposes them to cancer-causing chemicals embedded in their uniforms.
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PFAS (forever chemicals) are out of fire fighter gear in RI, Governor McKee signs bill
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20 Jun 2025 | Environment Rhode Island
Backed by new state legislation and a partnership with Fire-Dex and Milliken, the East Providence Fire Department is using PFAS-free gear to reduce cancer risks
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Fabrics Like Polyester Can Contain a Number of Chemicals That Might Impact Fertility
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7 Jun 2025 | Discover Magazine
There’s definitely no downside to decreasing your exposure to these chemicals, and while clothing is likely not the largest means of exposure to things like PFAS, phthalates, and BPA, if you’re trying to get pregnant, they’re certainly a good place to start.
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PFAS ban on everyday household items passes IL Senate
Policy
30 May 2025
This plan would ban PFAS from being added to cosmetics, dental floss, children items and toys, menstrual products, underwear and more. State Sen. Julie Morrison (D-Lake Forest) said Illinois will lead the way in banning these products.
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PFAS regulations and economic impact: A review of U.S. pulp & paper and textiles industries
Science
8 Apr 2025 | Chemosphere
The pulp, paper, and textiles industries face financial risks from PFAS pollution, including treatment costs projected at $3 billion annually, product bans, recycling disruptions, and lawsuits like an $11.9 million paper mill settlement, all due to widespread emissions, contamination, and lack of PFAS-specific regulations.