Trade Groups Oppose Maryland Bill to Ban PFAS in Cookware, Other Products
In addition to product bans, the law would require manufacturers to register any products that contain intentionally added polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) with the state, a process that would include registration fees and potentially testing data. Companies could be penalized up to $15,000 per violation initially and $25,000 for each day of noncompliance. Although the bill targets manufacturers, the Maryland Chamber of Commerce has warned that distributors could be legally responsible if the original manufacturer has no presence in the United States.
