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flag US, Australia mull bans on "forever chemicals" PFAS in consumer goods amid health concerns.

flag US and Australian authorities are considering bans on products containing PFAS, or "forever chemicals," linked to cancers and found in items like microwavable popcorn, dental floss, and menstrual products. flag Minnesota became the first US state to ban PFAS in 11 consumer product categories, with a total ban set for 2032. flag The EPA recently announced plans to delay PFAS drinking water standards, maintaining rules for PFOA and PFOS but rescinding them for other PFAS categories. flag This decision has sparked debate over public health impacts and compliance challenges.

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