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Toxic-Free Future is a national leader in environmental health research and advocacy. Through the power of science, education, and activism, Toxic-Free Future drives strong laws and corporate responsibility that protect the health of all people and the planet.

Press Contact: Stephanie Stohler, Communications Director, [email protected]

Our experts in science, research, government policy, marketplace commitments, and advocacy are available for interview upon request. Members of the media can contact Stephanie Stohler for more information, interview requests, or to be added to our press email list.

Press statements

Two kids wearing water-resistant winter coats and hats
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Washington State takes next step on PFAS “forever chemicals”
December 6, 2023
Two people in a dry cleaners, cleaning clothes with dry cleaner chemicals and bagging them in plastic bags
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U.S. EPA proposes rule to ban dangerous trichloroethylene
October 27, 2023
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New study reveals unregulated toxic chemicals are building up in people
July 18, 2023
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Dick’s Sporting Goods bans PFAS “forever chemicals” in its textiles
June 14, 2023
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Washington state takes next step towards safer products
June 8, 2023
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First-ever bans on toxic chemicals put in plastic electronic casings, vinyl flooring, and beverage liners adopted in Washington state
May 31, 2023
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Strongest law in the U.S. regulating toxic chemicals in cosmetics signed by Washington State Governor today
May 15, 2023
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EPA proposes ban on most uses of toxic methylene chloride
April 20, 2023
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New investigation following Ohio train derailment uncovers the largest polluters of vinyl chloride in the United States and the far-reaching toxic impacts of making PVC plastics
April 13, 2023
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Washington’s Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act passes in the State Senate
April 8, 2023
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New study finds toxic chemicals in 80% of receipt paper tested, down from 93% in 2017
March 23, 2023
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EPA announces drinking water standards for six individual PFAS “forever chemicals”
March 14, 2023
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Our priorities

Congress: ban toxic food packaging!
Safer Products for Washington
Healthy Communities
Healthy Housing
EPA: Expand Safer Choice
Washington: Ban Toxic PFAS!
EPA: Ban these dangerous chemicals!

Our recent victories

REI: Time to opt-out of PFAS!
WA: Ban toxic cosmetics!
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Featured in major news outlets

WA could ban use of cancer-causing chemicals in makeup, hair care
January 24, 2023
Pressure growing to remove PFAS from fast food wrappers
June 1, 2022
Toxic chemical ‘Hall of Shame’ calls out major retailers for failing to ...
June 14, 2021
Potentially Hazardous Chemicals Are Found in Fast-Food Packaging, a New Report Finds
August 6, 2020
Production of forever chemicals emits potent greenhouse gases, analysis finds
September 16, 2021
Seattle study of breast milk from 50 women finds chemical used in ...
July 19, 2021
Stain- and water-resistant products plagued by PFAS: study
January 26, 2022
The End Is Nearer for ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Food Wrappers
August 7, 2020
How a nonprofit is working with retail giants like Whole Foods to ...
August 17, 2021
Water- and stain-resistant products contain toxic plastics, study says. Here’s what to ...
January 26, 2022
Listen to experts and tackle the toxic chemical crisis contributing to chronic ...
May 28, 2020
‘Concerning’ levels of ‘forever chemicals’ in US mothers’ breast milk, study says
May 13, 2021
A group of Seattle moms had their breast milk tested, and all ...
July 19, 2021
Alabama PFAS manufacturing plant creates the climate pollution of 125,000 cars
September 16, 2021
Fast food from these chains is ‘packaged in pollution,’ report finds
August 10, 2020
Fast-food wrappers at McDonald’s, Burger King may harbor toxic chemicals
August 6, 2020
Good news: Fast food packaging is full of toxic chemicals
August 7, 2020
Nearly 75 percent of water-resistant products found to have PFAS, study says
January 27, 2022
Nearly 75% of water-resistant products contain toxic PFAS, study finds
January 26, 2022
New Washington state bill is the “fastest timeline in the nation” for ...
April 7, 2022
Seattle study finds toxic chemicals in mothers’ breast milk
May 25, 2021
Starbucks will eliminate all PFAS in its packaging
April 1, 2022
Study finds alarming levels of ‘forever chemicals’ in US mothers’ breast milk
May 13, 2021
Study Finds High Levels of Toxic Chemicals in Mothers’ Breast Milk
May 25, 2021
The Dangerous Chemical Reportedly Found In McDonald’s Food Wrappers
August 13, 2020
These Fast-Food Chains Are Using Toxic Food Wrappers, New Report Finds
August 6, 2020
Toxic chemicals may be in fast food wrappers and take-out containers, report ...
August 6, 2020
Toxic Chemicals May Be Used In Packaging For Big Macs And Whoppers, ...
August 7, 2020
Toxic-Free Future’s Fight to end “Forever Chemicals”
September 16, 2021
Harmful chemicals found in local moms’ breast milk, study finds
July 24, 2023
U.S. Breast Milk Contaminated by 25 Kinds of Flame Retardant Chemicals, Research ...
July 25, 2023
Toxic chemicals from flame retardant found in Puget Sound area moms’ breast ...
July 21, 2023
‘Disturbing’: 25 types of toxic flame retardant found in US breast milk
July 20, 2023
Researchers warn after 25 types of toxic flame retardant found in human ...
July 22, 2023
Unregulated toxic chemical found in breast milk for the first time
July 18, 2023
The ugly side of beauty: Chemicals in cosmetics threaten college-age women’s reproductive ...
June 7, 2023
A chemical paint stripper killed their kids. Inside their heroic fight to ...
May 16, 2023
Toxic Chemicals in Cosmetics: Washington State Passes Strict Ban
May 12, 2023
Toxic vinyl chloride is a widespread environmental injustice
April 30, 2023
EPA proposes first standards to make drinking water safer from ‘forever chemicals’
March 15, 2023
‘Toxic trail of pollution’: states step up to curb the use of ...
May 2, 2023
Inside the Race to Get Forever Chemicals Out of Raincoats
February 2, 2023
Texas to New Jersey: Tracking the Toxic Chemicals in the Ohio Train ...
April 17, 2023
Deaths linked to a common paint stripper chemical go back decades, so ...
March 29, 2018
REI will ban ‘forever chemicals’ from clothes and cookware in 2024
February 23, 2023
REI announces plan to remove ‘forever chemicals’ from its products by 2026
February 22, 2023
Lead or formaldehyde in your makeup? WA lawmakers want to eliminate them
February 22, 2023
Washington state looks to ban toxic chemicals in makeup, hair products
February 22, 2023
U.S. proposes limits for cancer-causing chemicals in drinking water
March 14, 2023
EPA proposes first standards to make drinking water safer from ‘forever chemicals’
March 14, 2023
States Seek Crackdown on Toxic Ingredients in Cosmetics to Close Gaps in ...
February 23, 2023
Sea-Tac’s legacy of PFAS chemicals: ‘foam showers,’ sick firefighters and contaminated water
February 12, 2023
Gillibrand, Kildee to introduce bill to protect firefighters from toxic ‘forever chemicals’
April 19, 2022
Gillibrand bill would further restrict PFAS-laden firefighting foam
April 29, 2022
This WA study might make you think twice about your makeup choices
January 26, 2023
‘Forever chemicals’ are everywhere. The battle over who pays to clean them ...
September 13, 2022
WA House Bill aims to outlaw toxins in cosmetics
January 24, 2023
Bill in legislature would ban toxins commonly found in cosmetics
January 12, 2023
New state study fuels renewed efforts to ban toxic chemicals from cosmetics ...
January 13, 2023
Fast-food wrappers at McDonald’s, Burger King may harbor toxic chemicals
August 7, 2020