Bill > S03205

This bill amends the New York environmental conservation law to prohibit the sale or offer for sale of any cosmetic product or personal care product containing PFAS substances, which are a class of fluorinated organic chemicals containing at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom. The legislation specifically bans products with "intentionally added" PFAS, using the same definition of "intentionally added" as found in another section of the environmental conservation law. PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) are often called "forever chemicals" due to their persistence in the environment and potential health risks. The bill provides a lengthy implementation timeline, with the prohibition set to take effect on June 1, 2026, which gives manufacturers and retailers significant time to reformulate their products or adjust their inventory to comply with the new restrictions. This legislation is part of a broader effort to reduce potential exposure to these chemicals in consumer products, particularly in personal care items that are applied directly to the body.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S3205