Lack of 'enforcement of EU laws': Consumer products contain 'illegal levels of restricted chemicals'

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:28:12 UTCUpdated Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:28:12 UTCOriginal reporting: France 24

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PFAS pollution is widespread, these highly persistent chemicals have been detected in water and soil, food and consumer products, and even the human body.

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Reported by France 24 and published Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:28:12 UTC.

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