AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoPFAS & PFAS policy pressure: Pennsylvania advocates are pushing for action on a stalled PFAS (“forever chemicals”) ban, warning companies have long known risks while lawmakers lag. PFAS cleanup & compliance: Michigan and local authorities continue coordinated responses to PFAS contamination, including water-system steps to reduce exposure. Food-contact “forever chemicals” regulation: The EU’s new limits on PFAS in food packaging are moving forward, tightening rules that affect chemical supply chains and consumer goods. Chemical safety in schools & communities: New Jersey school districts ban metal/glass bottles over weapon concerns, while other communities face “forever chemicals” detection worries and PFAS testing updates. Industrial chemicals & environment: A Hamilton black soot incident is being assessed as short-term with no long-term health risk claimed, with carbon black identified as a key source. Energy & petrochemicals: Iran’s largest petrochemical complex reports “under control” status after an attack, while Venezuela gas licensing deals point to major LNG and petrochemical feedstock flows. Agrochemicals & resistance: Crop experts warn herbicide resistance and BYDV activity could push arable systems toward an agrochemical-free scenario. Household hazardous waste: Batavia’s household hazardous waste pickup program expands safe disposal of paints, cleaners, pesticides, and other chemicals. Semiconductor chemicals & manufacturing: Brewer Science’s acquisition of Heraeus Epurio’s semiconductor chemicals business highlights ongoing demand for ultrapure inputs.
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