The Washington State Department of Ecology is accepting public comment on proposed regulations concerning the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in consumer products. These changes are part of Cycle 1.5 of the Safer Products for Washington program, which implements the state’s Toxic Pollution Law in collaboration with the Department of Health.
The proposed rulemaking under Chapter 173-337 WAC includes new restrictions and reporting requirements for PFAS, which are commonly used chemicals linked to environmental and health concerns. The Safer Products law aims to reduce toxic chemicals in consumer products when safer alternatives are available and regulates chemicals in 5-year cycles.
The public comment period is open now and will close on July 20, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. Comments can be submitted online, by email, or by mail.
Retailers, manufacturers, and stakeholders are encouraged to participate and share feedback on the proposed changes. Learn more about the rulemaking process and how to submit input by visiting the Department of Ecology’s Safer Products for Washington webpage.
