An Act amending Title 12 (Commerce and Trade) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for consumer protection and prohibiting the use of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances in certain products; and imposing penalties.

Summary

The bill adds a new chapter to Pennsylvania’s consumer‑protection statutes that prohibits the intentional addition of per‑ and poly‑fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to certain consumer items. Beginning Jan. 1, 2028 manufacturers of cosmetics, dental floss, juvenile products and menstrual products must provide a certificate of compliance stating the product contains no added PFAS, and retailers can rely on that certificate in good faith. The Department of Environmental Protection will enforce the rule and impose penalties for violations.

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