AAFA urges New York to align PFAS ban with other states

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Trade body argues that limit is too low and will be expensive to enforce, while also calling for an exemption for recycled textiles

NEW YORK - The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) has urged lawmakers in New York to align restrictions on the use of PFAS substances in products, including textiles, with laws in other US states.

New York is one of many US states to introduce legislation restricting the use of PFAS which have been dubbed "forever chemicals" for their durability in the environment and have been linked with serious health risks.

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