On February 7, 2023, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has published a proposal to ban PFAS substances.

2023年2月7日，歐洲化學品管理局 (ECHA) 發布了一項禁用 PFAS 物質的提案。

Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been used in various industries for decades. Some are potentially harmful to both humans and the environment. While some are completely harmless, such as PTFE. The proposed ban would have great Impact on the sealing industry, as PTFE is a crucial material for producing seals and gaskets. It would force manufacturers to seek alternative materials, which might be less effective and high cost.

全氟和多氟烷基物質 (簡稱PFAS)已應用在各個行業幾十年。有些對人類和環境有潛在危害。有些則無害，例如PTFE。由于PTFE是密封件和墊片的關鍵材料，擬議的禁令將對密封行業產生重大影響。這將迫使制造商尋找替代材料，這將迫使制造商尋找替代材料，而這些材料的效果可能不佳，且成本更高。

The European Sealing Association (ESA) has issued a statement highlighting the need for a thoughtful approach to PFAS regulation. ESA emphasize the importance of distinguishing between harmful and non-harmful PFAS, to avoid unnecessary effect to the sealing industry.

歐洲密封協會 (ESA)發表了一份立場聲明，強調需要對PFAS監管采取更周全的辦法。他們強調了區分有害和無害PFAS（例如 PTFE）的重要性，以避免對密封行業造成不必要的影響。

The timeline for PFAS regulation is uncertain, as it depends on European legislative processes.

PFAS法規的時間表暫未明確，這取決于歐洲立法程序。

Sealtex would continue paying high attention to the market development, update it in time.

作為長期致力于無石棉環保密封墊片的生產銷售廠家，SealTex索拓將持續高度關注市場發展，并及時更新相關信息。