Bill > A01430

This bill prohibits the sale of medical adhesives and bandages containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a class of fluorinated chemicals, in New York State starting December 31, 2026. The bill defines medical adhesives and bandages as products intended for medical purposes that cover wounds or secure objects to the skin, and establishes detailed definitions for terms like "manufacturer" and "intentionally added chemical". Manufacturers are prohibited from selling medical adhesives and bandages that contain PFAS either as intentionally added chemicals or at levels above a threshold to be determined by the state department. The bill provides a "good faith" defense for sellers who can show they relied on a written certificate of compliance from the manufacturer, and imposes civil penalties for violations. Specifically, first-time violators can be fined up to $1,000 per day of violation, while second-time violators can be fined up to $2,500 per day. The legislation also allows the department to review and potentially lower the PFAS threshold every five years, with the goal of reducing PFAS exposure in medical products.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1430