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Keep Food Containers Safe from PFAS Act of 2024
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Introduced on September 27, 2024 by
Debbie Dingell
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Last updated 12/17/2024
Amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.
Prohibits the introduction or delivery of food packaging containing intentionally added PFAS into interstate commerce.
Defines PFAS as perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances that are man-made and contain at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom.
The prohibition takes effect on January 1, 2025.