This section provides information on PFAS uses (Section 2.5.1), potential PFAS use or occurrence in some specific products (Section 2.5.2), and PFAS certifications (Section 2.5.3).

Feb 6, 2020 · PFAS are man-made chemicals found in many industrial and consumer products because they increase resistance to heat, stains, water, and grease. PFAS are not uniquely attributable to...

Aug 7, 2024 · The International Aerospace Environmental Group® (IAEG) is releasing a per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances (PFAS) list (IAEG-PL - EXCEL Download) to identify those in active use in the industry.

Part III outlines how PFAS chemicals were introduced into the aviation and aerospace industries as well as legislative and judicial actions that relate to these industry contexts. Part III considers current lobbyist concerns and the respective responses of the FAA, DoD, and NASA regarding PFAS contamination stemming from their actions.

In March 2023, the CMRMP asked the DoD Components and MilDeps to provide information about its critical uses of PFAS, to include use of neat PFAS, use of PFAS-containing products, the functionality provided by the PFAS, specific uses and applications, and …

Sep 7, 2018 · PFAS-based AFFF products are demonstrably superior for extinguishing petroleum fires than previously used protein foams. In addition, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires that AFFF used at airports be certified to meet strict performance specifications, including the U.S. Department of Defense Military Specification (MIL-SPEC) MIL ...

The IAEG Per- and Polyfluorinated Alkyl Substances (“PFAS”) List is based on national inventories and represents PFAS that are of interest to the Aerospace and Defense industry and may be in use in its supply chain.

These regulations cover the general production, sale, import and export of chemical products, the use of PFAS in specific products or applications, occupational exposure, presence in waste streams, and acceptable levels in the environment.

Aug 6, 2021 · PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are man-made chemicals that have been used since the 1950s. The substances have widespread application in household and industrial products such as...

Jul 19, 2021 · Today DOD is actively testing and evaluating the capabilities of commercially available PFAS-free firefighting agents; evaluating available technologies, aside from alternative foams, to replace...