The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) is supporting a significant restriction on PFAS, known as 'forever chemicals', indicating a shift towards phasing them out due to their harmful effects. Pressure for a ban has come from several EU countries. PFAS are widely used in various products and are persistent in the environment and human body. Communities affected by PFAS pollution have sought meetings with EU officials but have been denied. ECHA's risk assessment committee warns of the severe risks posed by PFAS, while the socio-economic analysis committee emphasizes the need for targeted exemptions for industries reliant on these chemicals. The EU aims to balance public health concerns with the socio-economic impacts of a ban. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)