All you need to know about the use of PFAS in the EU Region
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are categories of synthetic chemicals with varied applications in different industries. These are basically carbon-fluorine bond chemicals and considered to be the strongest bonds. They are used in applications such as food processing, electronics, aviation, and medical devices due to their stable properties, such as being heat stable and repellent […]
Illinois proposes Groundwater Standard for PFAS
The State of Illinois has proposed new law to address the threat presented by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) known as “forever chemicals”. These compounds are highly stable in the environment and can be detected even at extremely low concentrations (parts per trillion). They have been used in many areas because of their unique physical […]
Additional Four PFAS maybe Designated as RCRA Hazardous Wastes
On October 26, 2021, the U.S. EPA announced that it would initiate two rulemakings to address PFAS contamination across the country. In the first rulemaking, four of the so-called “forever chemicals” will be designated as hazardous wastes under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Solid wastes, such as garbage and sludge from water treatment […]
EPA plans for New Waste Water Regulation
On Sep 8, 2021, EPA released a Preliminary Plan 15, that identifies opportunities for better public Health protection and the environment protection through regulation of waste water pollution. Preliminary Plan 15 announced to take three new rulemaking to reduce the contaminants, mainly PFAS and nutrients, from industries. The preliminary plan is an effort by the […]
Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA)- Restrictions and deadline
Per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large family of synthetic chemicals widely used in the society. PFOA is one of those families present in PFAS. Since they contain Carbon chain of different lengths and the Hydrogen atoms are completely or partly substituted by Fluorine atoms, they form a very stable bond and are not degradable […]