A new Colorado law will ban the sale of various everyday items containing harmful PFAS chemicals, known as "forever chemicals," starting in 2026.
Kati Weis reports for CBS News.
In short:
- The law will prohibit sales of products like cookware, dental floss, and clothes made with PFAS chemicals starting in 2026.
- By 2028, it extends to all PFAS-treated clothing, backpacks, and outdoor gear, with disclosure labels required by 2025.
- Advocates argue the law is crucial for public health, despite industry pushback on potential costs and innovation stifling.
Key quote:
“We know that PFAS are a dangerous toxin. We don’t need to continue producing them.”
— Lisa Cutter, Colorado State Senator
Why this matters:
PFAS chemicals are linked to serious health risks, including cancer and infertility. Limiting their use in consumer products is important for reducing long-term health hazards and environmental contamination. Read more: Investigation: PFAS on our shelves and in our bodies.
