RI S 0417 (2023)
RI S 0417 (2023)
All food packaging
Prohibits the sale or distribution of any food packaging containing intentionally added PFAS.
Civil: up to $5,000 per violation
Up to $5,000 per violation. Enforced by RI DEM.
Exemptions
Rhode Island's PFAS ban primarily targets manufacturer and distributor in the supply chain. While food service operators are not directly liable, you should request PFAS-free documentation from your packaging suppliers to avoid supply chain disruptions.
Use our free compliance checker to verify your food packaging meets Rhode Island's PFAS regulations.
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