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Regarding PFAS/PFOA
Denka Electron Co., Ltd. PFAS/PFOA Compliance Documents
◆Please contact us for information on issuing PFAS/PFOA compliant certificates.
*The following is an explanatory article about PFAS/PFOA.
What are PFAS and PFOA?
PFAS (Perfluorooctaphenylalanine-sulfonic acid) is a type of fluorine compound that has the property of repelling water and oil, and has been used in a wide range of industrial fields, including coatings, fire extinguishing agents, water-repellent fibers, and semiconductor manufacturing.
Among these, PFOA (perfluorooctanoic acid) is a representative PFAS, which is highly persistent in the environment and raises concerns about its impact on health and the ecosystem.
Conclusion: PFAS and PFOA are hazardous chemical substances whose use is restricted worldwide. Their presence must be confirmed from the product design and material procurement stages.
Regulatory background and current status
PFAS and PFOA are so difficult to decompose that they are also known as "eternal chemicals," and in recent years, regulations regarding their use, emissions, and content have been rapidly strengthened around the world.
| Major examples of regulations | Content |
|---|---|
| European REACH Regulation | PFOA: Banned in principle from July 2020 (with exceptions) PFAS: A comprehensive ban is underway |
| Stockholm Convention | PFOA listed as a "persistent organic pollutant (POPs)" |
| U.S. EPA | PFOA designated as a hazardous substance, and strict restrictions imposed on its production and processing |
Examples of applicable uses
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Fluorine-based water repellent and stain resistant agents
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Chemical-resistant packing and tubing
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Coated Electronic Components
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Cleaning agents for semiconductor manufacturing processes
Our response
We comply with the latest regulations regarding PFAS and PFOA, and after investigating and confirming whether or not they are used in our products, we provide information to our customers.
We can also issue SDS (Safety Data Sheets) and non-content certificates as needed.
Chemical substance management that enhances corporate value
PFAS management is attracting attention not only as a regulatory response but also as part of ESG management and green procurement .
This has many benefits, including gaining customer trust, handling product imports and exports, and contributing to environmental protection.
summary
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PFAS is difficult to decompose, and PFOA is a typical regulated substance.
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Global regulations such as REACH, Stockholm Convention, and US EPA are in progress
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Material investigation and non-inclusion certification are important
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Important areas of response that are also linked to ESG and CSR
If you have any concerns about the inclusion of PFAS or PFOA, please contact us using the information below.
Updated on 2025/04/25
