The European Union (EU) has taken a significant stride in enhancing protection of environmental and human health by extending its regulatory grasp to include Perfluorohexane Sulfonic Acid (PFHxS), its salts, and PFHxS-related compounds within the Persistent Organic Pollutants (EU POPs) Recast Regulation. Effective from August 28, 2023, this amendment reflects the EU's commitment to addressing the risks associated with these substances.

Amendment to EU POPs Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 Annex I Part A

On August 8, 2023, the EU introduced Regulation (EU) 2023/1608, amending Part A of Annex I to Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 concerning persistent organic pollutants (EU POPs Recast Regulation). This addition specifically encompasses PFHxS, its salts, and PFHxS-related compounds, while allowing exemptions for intermediate use or specific applications.

PFHxS and Related Compounds Include: As defined under the new POPs amendment:

  • PFHxS includes any of its branched isomers.
  • Its salts.
  • PFHxS-related compounds refer to substances that degrade into PFHxS, including those containing the structural element C6F13S-

Key Highlights of the EU POPs Amendment

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