Regulating PFAS as a Chemical Class in the Textile Sector
HEJSupport caught up with Maria Delfina Cuglievan Wiese from the SAICM Secretariat to get more details about managing PFAS as a chemical class in the textile sector.
→ →PFAS: Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances
Why and How Should Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) Be Regulated in Textiles?
PFAS are chemicals of high concern and their use should be regulated in the garment and textile industry.
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The Use of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) in Textiles
PFAS are often used as impregnating agents in textiles due to their desirable properties, and unfortunately their use has a negative impact on human and environmental health.
These desirable textile properties include:
– breathability
– oil, water, alcohol, and dirt repellency
– high thermal stability
– durability throughout the washing and dry cleaning processes
