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Rhode Island Consumer PFAS Ban Act of 2024 prohibits PFAS in products with phased effective dates
Rhode Island Consumer PFAS Ban Act of 2024 (Chapter 23-18.18)Rhode Island Department of Environmental ManagementRhode Island
Announced
Jan 1, 2024
Effective
Jan 1, 2025
Implementation
Jan 1, 2025
Description
Rhode Island enacted the Consumer PFAS Ban Act of 2024 (Chapter 23-18.18), establishing phased sales prohibitions on products containing intentionally added PFAS. Class B firefighting foam restrictions began January 1, 2025. Starting January 1, 2026, restrictions apply to carpets/rugs, fabric treatments, cleaning products, cookware, cosmetics, and other consumer products. Additional categories including firefighting personnel protective equipment (FPPE), ski wax, upholstered furniture, and bedding are prohibited from January 1, 2027. Artificial turf and outdoor apparel for severe wet conditions are prohibited from January 1, 2029. Manufacturers, distributors, and retailers must ensure products sold in Rhode Island comply with the applicable phase-in dates.
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Rhode Island Consumer PFAS Ban Act of 2024 prohibits PFAS in products with phased effective dates
Official State of Rhode Island website  # PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) in Consumer Products A law enacted in 2024 entitled, [“PFAS in Consumer Products Ban Act of 2024” (R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-18.18)](https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/Statutes/TITLE23/23-18.18/INDEX.htm) prohibits the manufacture, sale, offering for sale, or distribution for sale in Rhod
Rhode Island Consumer PFAS Ban Act of 2024 prohibits PFAS in products with phased effective dates
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