3M, Corteva, and Chemours are facing a class action lawsuit accusing them of concealing the health risks of PFAS, chemicals used in carpets across the U.S.
Brendan Pierson reports for Reuters.
In short:
- The lawsuit was filed in Minnesota federal court on behalf of U.S. carpet buyers who installed carpets before 2020.
- PFAS, used for stain and water resistance, are linked to cancer and other health concerns due to their persistence in the environment and human body.
- The lawsuit seeks economic and punitive damages but does not include personal injury claims.
Key quote:
"As the science and technology of PFAS, societal and regulatory expectations, and our expectations of ourselves have evolved, so has how we manage PFAS."
— 3M statement
Why this matters:
PFAS, known as "forever chemicals," pose significant health risks; this lawsuit highlights ongoing concerns over their widespread use in consumer products.
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