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What is PFAS?
Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), also known as 'forever chemicals,' are man-made chemicals found in various products due to their resistance to water, oil, and heat.
PFAS are used in items relevant to the RV industry, such as textiles, carpets, and fabric treatments. However, their environmental persistence and health risks have led to increasingly strict regulations across several countries, including Canada.
The reporting process aims to gather information on the types and quantities of PFAS being used or imported, allowing Canadian authorities to better understand the scope of PFAS usage and make informed decisions about further regulatory actions.
The increased scrutiny around PFAS highlights a growing commitment to mitigating their environmental impact and addressing potential health risks associated with their use.
Canada's PFAS Reporting Requirements
In Canada, PFAS reporting requirements were introduced under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA).
Any entity involved in Manufacturing in Canada, importing into Canada (Importers of Record) or using PFAS listed in Schedule 1 during the 2023 calendar year must submit a report by January 29, 2025.
Specifically, reporting is mandatory for those who in 2023 met the following thresholds:
- Manufactured (in Canada) more than 1,000 grams of listed PFAS.
- Imported into Canada more than 10 grams of certain listed PFAS in Part 1, or more than 100 kilograms in Part 2 or Part 3.
- Used (in Canada) more than 10 grams of listed PFAS in a manufacturing process.
- The report must disclose quantities, uses, and safety measures related to the PFAS substances, including whether PFAS are present in products such as textiles, children's goods, and food contact materials.
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