What are the Regulatory Requirements on PFAS?
Governments and regulatory bodies are taking increasing action to control PFAS contamination.
In the European Union, the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) regulation has targeted PFAS, with further restrictions expected under the Universal PFAS Restriction Dossier (uPFAS). The UK REACH imposes similar restrictions in Great Britain through the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), with 36 identified PFAS compounds and 40 predicted to be registered under UK REACH.
In the United States, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has set health advisory limits for PFAS in drinking water and is in the process of implementing stricter regulations. Some states, such as Maine and Minnesota, have already banned PFAS in consumer products.
The Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants has classified certain PFAS for global elimination.
Industrial facilities that discharge PFAS-contaminated wastewater must comply with these evolving regulations to avoid legal penalties and environmental liabilities. Partnering with Arvia ensures that your business stays ahead of regulatory changes with proven, compliant water treatment solutions.