The EU’s Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Ban: A Case of Policy over Science
The proposal by the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) to ban over 12,000 per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) has sparked a debate about potential consequences for the economy, industry, and the environment. Although some PFAS are known to be harmful, a blanket ban may lead to significant probl...
Main Authors: | Francesca Spyrakis, Tommaso A. Dragani |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-08-01
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Series: | Toxics |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2305-6304/11/9/721 |
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