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US industrial giant 3M announced Tuesday it will phase out production of so-called "forever chemical" PFAS in light of tightening regulation connected to harmful health effects from their use.
3M will exit polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) manufacturing by the end of 2025 and discontinue use across its product portfolio under the same timeframe, moves that are expected to result in pre-tax costs of $1.3 to $2.3 billion.
Known for the lengthy amount of time required before they break down and widely employed in Teflon and other goods, PFAS are man-made chemicals produced since the 1940s and now widely present in soil and water as well as in humans, fish and other wildlife.
"While PFAS can be safely made and used, we also see an opportunity to lead in a rapidly evolving external regulatory and business landscape to make the greatest impact for those we serve," said Mike Roman, chief executive of 3M, which is also the maker of Scotch tape, N-95 face masks and other goods.
PFAS have a strong bond between fluorine and carbon, promoting "strength, durability, stability and resilience" in cellphones, aircraft and other industrial products, according to the American Chemistry Council.
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3M will exit polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) manufacturing by the end of 2025 and discontinue use across its product portfolio under the same timeframe, moves that are expected to result in pre-tax costs of $1.3 to $2.3 billion.
Known for the lengthy amount of time required before they break down and widely employed in Teflon and other goods, PFAS are man-made chemicals produced since the 1940s and now widely present in soil and water as well as in humans, fish and other wildlife.
"While PFAS can be safely made and used, we also see an opportunity to lead in a rapidly evolving external regulatory and business landscape to make the greatest impact for those we serve," said Mike Roman, chief executive of 3M, which is also the maker of Scotch tape, N-95 face masks and other goods.
PFAS have a strong bond between fluorine and carbon, promoting "strength, durability, stability and resilience" in cellphones, aircraft and other industrial products, according to the American Chemistry Council.
3M to phase out 'forever chemicals' PFAS by 2025
US industrial giant 3M announced Tuesday it will phase out production of so-called "forever chemical" PFAS in light of tightening regulation connected to harmful health effects from their use.
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