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Statement PFAS At Corbion, we recognize the complexities surrounding the use of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) and acknowledge the widespread consensus that these substances should be banned due to their well-documented environmental and health risks. As Corbion does not produce nor uses PFAS in their products, developments to reduce and ultimately eliminate the use of PFAS do not directly impact our products. Nevertheless, a significant hurdle we encounter pertains to the manufacturing equipment we rely on. Some of this equipment contains PFAS, and in certain instances, suitable alternatives are not currently available. This situation places us in a difficult position, as we strive to align our operations with the imperative to minimize PFAS usage. We are prioritizing efforts to discover and adopt safer, more sustainable alternatives to PFAS for our manufacturing equipment. Together with our waste management partners we ensure any environmental contamination at the end of life of any equipment containing PFAS is avoided. We are dedicated to balancing the urgent need to protect the environment and public health with the practical constraints of current technology and infrastructure. However, we acknowledge that the journey towards this objective is a nuanced and complex one. We are fully committed to working collaboratively with regulatory bodies and industry stakeholders to establish realistic transition timelines and to facilitate the development and adoption of alternative technologies. We believe that this can be achieved through a concerted effort from all stakeholders involved.