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Health · European UnionTrifluoroacetic acid found in blood of all 110 European study volunteers
A new study found trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) in the blood of all 110 volunteers across nine European countries. Concentrations were significantly higher than other PFAS compounds. The European Food Safety Authority has lowered its acceptable daily intake for TFA, classifying it as toxic for reproduction.
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Health · United StatesTrump administration delayed PFAS wastewater survey, ex-EPA officials claim
Two former EPA officials claim the Trump administration delayed a nationwide survey of PFAS in wastewater. The study, submitted for White House approval in October 2024, could help identify industries responsible for releasing the chemicals and inform new regulations.
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Science & Tech · United StatesUS court upholds EPA’s hazardous designation for two PFAS chemicals
A federal appeals court unanimously upheld the EPA’s 2024 decision to designate PFOA and PFOS as hazardous substances, rejecting a challenge from industry groups. The ruling preserves the agency’s authority to force polluters to pay for cleanup under Superfund law.
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