Court Upholds Rule Designating Two Forever Chemicals as Hazardous Substances - Earthjustice
A court has upheld the EPA's rule designating two PFAS 'forever chemicals' as hazardous substances under CERCLA, triggering reporting and potential liability for releases.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Environmental & Emissions Compliance (EPA) space on August 18, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. Manufacturers, power generators, chemical processors, and other entities that handle, store, or release these two PFAS chemicals. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Not specified in the provided text.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Environmental & Emissions Compliance (EPA) continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
The two PFAS chemicals are now officially designated as hazardous substances, subjecting releases to CERCLA reporting and liability.
Who it affects
Manufacturers, power generators, chemical processors, and other entities that handle, store, or release these two PFAS chemicals.
What you must do
Review operations for potential releases of these PFAS and ensure compliance with CERCLA reporting requirements.
Deadline
Not specified in the provided text.
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