Press Statements
Washington proposes new rule to regulate PFAS in 12 product categories, including apparel and cleaning products, under the Safer Products for Washington law.
Part of the nation’s strongest toxic chemical law, the final list includes PVC packaging, PFAS in paints, and toxic chemicals in cosmetics and adhesives Toxic-Free Future applauds Washington state’s continued leadership in reducing harmful chemicals in products and packaging and driving the market toward safer solutions SEATTLE, WA—On May 30, 2025, the Washington Department of […]
Today the Environmental Protection Agency announced plans to roll back critical drinking water standards for certain PFAS “forever” chemicals, reversing national protections put in place just last year to limit contamination from these toxic chemicals.
Toxic-Free Future supports the East Palestine, Ohio community's request for the White House to issue an emergency declaration to safeguard residents.
Safer Choice-certified products are free of PFAS and other hazardous chemicals Toxic-Free Future applauds provision WASHINGTON, DC – The FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) passed by the Senate today (85-14) includes a provision directing the Department of Defense (DoD) to purchase cleaning products that have been certified by the Safer Choice program. EPA’s […]
Widely used in dry cleaning, sealants, and degreasers, TCE contaminates water supplies across the U.S. and has sickened millions in workplaces and communities Toxic-Free Future applauds final rule WASHINGTON, DC—This week, U.S. EPA assistant administrator for the Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention Michal Freedhoff announced final bans on the manufacture, processing, and use […]
The U.S. EPA published a summary of the comments it received on a proposal to expand its Safer Choice program, showing majority support for expanding coverage to personal care products.
Media Advisory NTSB to finalize major federal report on tragic Ohio train derailment disaster that burned cancer-causing chemical, vinyl chloride What: The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) will meet and finalize its report and recommendations on the Norfolk Southern Train Derailment Investigation in East Palestine, Ohio, according to NTSB’s Media Advisory. Who: NTSB investigative staff […]
The Washington State Department of Ecology issued a final report to the legislature proposing new restrictions on PFAS “forever chemicals,” under its Safer Products law. Safer alternatives identified for some products, but lack of transparency on chemical ingredients hinders agency decisions.
EPA's final rule prohibits all consumer uses and most industrial and commercial uses of methylene chloride, including degreasers, spot removers, and paint or coating removers.