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New EPA Regulations: PFOA and PFOS Now Hazardous Substances

The EPA has recently proposed designating PFOA (Perfluoroctanoic acid) and PFOS (Perfluorooctane sulfonate) as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). This move aims to increase transparency regarding the release of these substances and to hold polluters accountable for cleanup efforts. Designating these chemicals as hazardous will help the EPA identify responsible parties more effectively and enforce cleanup actions.

While this designation does not automatically create liability for all parties, it allows the EPA to shift the burden of cleaning up contaminated sites to those significantly contributing to the pollution. This initiative is part of the EPA’s broader strategy to address PFAS contamination, which poses significant health risks, and is consistent with the agency’s commitment to the “Polluter Pays” principle.

For more details, you can read the full article on the EPA’s website here.


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