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The Impact of EU Reach on Plumbing Component Materials

A look at the pending European regulations on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances in light of the European Committee for Socio-economic Analysis draft opinion.
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May 7, 2026
European Union (E.U.) regulators have concluded that PFAS, which do not degrade in the environment, are a major problem.
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New Mexico's PFAS regulations signal a new regulatory era

New Mexico's proposed 20.13.2 NMAC rule serves as a highly detailed prototype for how regulators plan to track and restrict PFAs.
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April 8, 2026
As the United States (U.S.) States pioneer regulations for trace chemicals, manufacturers, specifying engineers, and contractors must adapt to a new era.
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Water flowing out of a kitchen stainless steel tap into the sink. Wasting water by leaving a chrome faucet tap running. Water misuse in domestic duties and activities. Overusing household water.
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Understanding U.S. state-level PFAS legislation

Answering questions regarding per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
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August 5, 2024

A client recently asked about PFAS legislation in the U.S. You can find more information in my columns "PFAS: A Growing Concern" and "Forever Chemicals in the News." I'm also looking into state-level PFAS legislation for my readers.


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Forever chemicals in the news

The US EPA published a final rule for reporting and recordkeeping requirements for PFAS under the Toxic Substances Control Act.
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November 30, 2023

Reviewing the final rule carefully can help you understand how it applies to specific products and organizations.


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PFAS and “Forever Chemicals.”

Misty Guard: PFAS: A growing concern

Government actions and possible impacts to the plumbing industry.
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May 3, 2023

Welcome to Spring 2023! Regardless of the temperature, I know spring is close when the male American Goldfinches start their molt from olive green to vibrant yellow. It is a beautiful sight to see and promises warmer days ahead.


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