Chemical and PFAS Compliance for Apparel and Footwear

Stay up to date on the latest chemical regulatory updates in the EU and U.S., including Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) and other emerging chemical requirements for apparel and footwear, with UL Solutions experts.

THE CONTENT OF THIS WEBINAR IS FOR GENERAL INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT INTENDED TO CONVEY LEGAL OR OTHER PROFESSIONAL ADVICE.

Watch now: Chemical and PFAS compliance for apparel and footwear

In this webinar, UL Solutions experts guide you through the latest chemical regulations in the EU and U.S., and other major chemical restrictions for the fashion industry.

Webinar date

June 15, 2023

Speakers

Judith Haber, UL Solutions technical manager
Roberta Canciello, UL Solutions senior technical specialist

To successfully introduce apparel and footwear products to market, it's important to keep up with the constantly evolving chemical regulatory landscape.

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are widely used in the manufacturing of various consumer products, including clothing and footwear. However, these chemicals pose serious health risks to humans and the environment due to their persistence and toxicity. Countries and different regulatory bodies worldwide are starting to ban or severely restrict the use of PFAS.

Watch our webinar to learn:

An overview of PFAS requirements in the EU and the U.S.
The latest key chemical regulatory updates for apparel and footwear in the EU and U.S.
How brands, retailers and manufacturers can stay compliant with regulations and standards