Read the full article by Ryan J Carra et al. (National Law Review)

“During a recent webinar, the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) announced plans to propose a rule that will impose an unprecedented labeling requirements on all products containing intentionally added per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), effective January 1, 2027. The only blanket exemption would be for used products; however, certain product manufacturers may be able to request an exemption if they can demonstrate that consumers will not come into direct contact with the PFAS in the product. The proposed rule will also cover other aspects of the state’s PFAS in products law, including a 2027 reporting requirement and 2032 restriction applicable to all products containing intentionally added PFAS.

NMED anticipates that the proposed rule will be available to the public on October 8, 2025, followed by public consultations and then rule adoption in July 2026. New Mexico’s labeling requirement would be the first of its kind, potentially impacting products across industries that are sold or distributed in the state. All affected stakeholders should therefore consider engaging in this rulemaking as it develops in the coming months.” …