The Maine Department of Environmental Protection (MDEP) updated its PFAS in products webpage on May 2, 2025. The update includes links to the final April 2025 rule, guidance for submitting Currently Unavoidable Use (CUU) proposals, and FAQs covering CUU criteria, submission timelines, decision processes, and public disclosure. CUU proposals are due by June 1, 2025, for products in banned categories—such as cookware, cosmetics, and textiles—with restrictions starting January 1, 2026.
Maine Department of Environmental Protection Updates PFAS Product Rules
