EPA Seeks Comment on Draft Guidance for Reducing Risk from PFOA and PFOS in Biosolids

Short summary

The EPA released a draft guidance memorandum on reducing risks from PFOA and PFOS in biosolids, replacing a flawed 2025 risk assessment that caused public confusion. The guidance identifies common potential risks and practices to reduce exposure but carries no force of law. Comments from stakeholders are due September 4, 2026.

• •EPA issued draft guidance on PFOA/PFOS risks in biosolids after finding its 2025 risk assessment flawed
• •Guidance clarifies common risks and mitigation practices but is non-binding
• •Public comments due September 4, 2026

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