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New Jersey A3125 proposes PFAS ban in menstrual products
PFAS New JerseyNew Jersey General AssemblyNew Jersey
Announced
Feb 12, 2026
Description
Assembly Bill 3125, as amended and reported by the Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee on February 12, 2026, would prohibit the sale or distribution of menstrual products containing intentionally added PFAS. The bill defines menstrual products as those manufactured for catching menstruation and vaginal discharge, including tampons, sanitary pads, discs, menstrual cups, and underwear, covering both disposable and reusable products. Intentionally added PFAS is defined to include PFAS added to provide specific characteristics or perform specific functions.
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New Jersey A3125 proposes PFAS ban in menstrual products
ASSEMBLY CONSUMER AFFAIRS COMMITTEE STATEMENT TO **ASSEMBLY, No. 3125** with committee amendments **STATE OF NEW JERSEY** DATED: FEBRUARY 12, 2026 The Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee reports favorably and with committee amendments Assembly Bill No. 3125. The bill limits the use of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in menstrual products. The bill prohibits the sale or distribution of menstrual p