Amendment to Regulation (EU) 2019/1021

This procedure concerns amendments to existing rules on perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS) and its derivatives. PFOS are persistent organic pollutants that can accumulate in the environment and living organisms, posing risks to human health and ecosystems.

The amendment aims to update the regulation to reflect the latest scientific understanding and international agreements on these substances, potentially restricting their use or setting stricter limits to protect public health and the environment.