Updated PFAS Regulation for Consumer Products Published in France

BAAR, Switzerland - Jan. 29, 2026 - PRLog -- SGS, the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 006.26, reporting on France's update of controls on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

The PFAS family of chemicals, known as 'forever chemicals,' is increasingly restricted due to the serious health risks they pose. France's Decree No. 2025-1376, effective from January 1, 2026, prohibits the production, import and sale of PFAS-containing products, including cosmetics, ski waxes, clothing textiles, footwear and related waterproofing agents. Additional restrictions extend to all PFAS-containing textiles by 2030.

Some exemptions have been granted for clothing textile and footwear products:
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) under EU Regulation 2016/425, including PPE and combat equipment for the armed forces, internal security and civil protection services
- Waterproofing agents used for re-waterproofing the PPE mentioned above
- Clothing, textiles and footwear that contain at least 20% post‑consumer recycled material, with PFAS content limited to residue levels originating from the recycled material and proportional to the amount used

SGS experts publish SafeGuardS to keep stakeholders informed about regulatory changes that could impact their business. SafeGuardS 006.26 provides additional information on the legislative background of Decree No. 2025.1376, along with a helpful table outlining applicable substances, scope and requirements.

Stakeholders are encouraged to refer to the original SafeGuardS 006.26 for more details.

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