The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) plans to launch an online consultation on the draft opinion of its Committee for Socio-Economic Analysis (SEAC) on the proposed EU-wide restriction of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) following the Committee’s meeting in March 2026. To learn more about the purpose and structure of the consultation, as well as how to prepare your data, ECHA are hosting a webinar on 30 October 2025 at 11:00-13:00 EET. Further information is available here.

Previously, the proposal to restrict PFAS in the EU/EEA was prepared by authorities in Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway and Sweden. It was submitted to ECHA on 13 January 2023. It aims to reduce PFAS emissions into the environment and make products and processes safer for people. Currently, ECHA’s scientific committees, comprised of independent experts from EU Member States, are evaluating the proposal. The European Commission will decide on the restriction in consultation with the EU Member States.

The draft opinion will cover the evaluation of the socio-economic aspects, including the availability of alternative substances and technologies. The consultation will be open for 60 days.