ECHA opens consultation on SEAC draft opinion for EU-wide PFAS REACH restriction (26 Mar–25 May 2026)

ECHA opened a stakeholder consultation to submit information on the draft Socio-Economic Analysis Committee (SEAC) opinion for the proposed EU-wide REACH restriction on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Companies affected by potential PFAS use restrictions should review the draft opinion context, assess impacts/alternatives/derogation needs, and submit socio-economic and technical evidence before the consultation closes (25 May 2026).