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PFAS Deskbook - James B. Pollack

by James B. Pollack

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9781585762651
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PFAS Deskbook James B. Pollack ISBN 9781585762651

From cookware and dental floss to stain-resistant fabrics, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are deeply embedded in modern life. This vast family of thousands of synthetic chemicals is prized for its durability and resistance to heat, water, and oil—qualities that have driven widespread industrial and consumer use. At the same time, a growing body of scientific evidence has established that many PFAS pose serious risks to public health and the environment. Although federal and state regulatory efforts are still emerging and evolving rapidly, the toxicity and persistence of many PFAS are now well documented.

The PFAS Deskbook provides a comprehensive, nonpartisan, and objective examination of PFAS—from their origins to their present-day legal and regulatory challenges. It begins with a clear overview of the historical development and scientific characteristics of PFAS, equipping readers with essential context to understand why these substances are often referred to as “forever chemicals.”

The book then follows the lifecycle of PFAS through the supply chain, examining their manufacture, importation, and use in industrial facilities, as well as the statutory and regulatory frameworks governing PFAS in consumer products. Subsequent chapters explore how PFAS enter the environment and analyze the wide range of federal and state laws that may apply once contamination occurs, including statutes addressing air, water, and soil pollution and cleanup obligations.

PFAS Deskbook James B. Pollack ISBN 9781585762651, 978-1585762651 & 9781585762668

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James B. Pollack

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