US EPA asks industry to seek alternatives to fluorinated HDPE containers

摘要

The US EPA is encouraging the pesticide industry to explore alternative packaging options to fluorinated high- density polyethylene (HDPE) containers, as it continues to investigate cases of contamination with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). It suggests steel drums or non-fluorinated HDPE as options. The Agency acknowledges that many companies are using fluorinated HDPE containers to store and distribute products. It is working with state authorities and industry organisations to raise awareness of the issue and discuss product stewardship.