Texas sues DuPont, 3M over ‘forever chemicals’ in consumer products
PFAS, which stands for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, is the name of a family of chemicals that have been widely used in a range of consumer products including nonstick pans and waterproof clothing and cosmetics.
The substances have also been linked to a range of health issues including cancers, and issues with the thyroid, immune system and fertility.
They are sometimes called “forever chemicals” because they persist for a very long time in the environment instead of breaking down.