January 2023 Final Report Fluoropolymer waste in Europe 2020 - End-of-life (EOL) analysis of fluoropolymer applications, products and associated waste streams Elaborated for Agenda Main objective and conclusion (CONVERSIO & industry association pro-K) Introduction and project frame Management Summary Fluoropolymer products & applications Fluoropolymer waste In-depth waste analysis Circular economy approach Appendix January 2023 Fluoropolymer waste in Europe 2020 2 5 22 28 34 45 56 61 2 Main objective and conclusion (CONVERSIO & industry association pro-K): (I) Main objective The report `Fluoropolymer waste in Europe 2020` was initiated to provide detailed information about the end-of-life fate of fluoropolymer applications, products and associated waste streams.

Apr 25, 2023 Comment on Proposed Restriction of PFAS Conference of Fluoro-Chemical Product Japan (FCJ) On behalf of chemical manufacturers, we, Conference of Fluoro-Chemical Product Japan (FCJ), have been working tirelessly to comply with national chemical regulations.

Apr 25, 2023 Comment on Proposed Restriction of PFAS Conference of Fluoro-Chemical Product Japan (FCJ) On behalf of chemical manufacturers, we, Conference of Fluoro-Chemical Product Japan (FCJ), have been working tirelessly to comply with national chemical regulations.

Apparel & Footwear International RSL Management Group afirm-group.com 24 September 2023 European Commission RE: Annex XV Restriction Report, Proposal for a Restriction - Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) Thank you for the opportunity to comment on Annex XV Restriction Report, Proposal for a Restriction Per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs).

Appendix 1 JAIMA 25 September 2023 Appendix 1 Uses and substitutions of PFAS for Specialist Equipment This document is the appendix 1 of the general comment to the Restriction report on Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from JAIMA (The Japan Analytical Instruments Manufacturers' Association) submitted on 25 September 2023 1 / 116 Table of content Appendix 1 JAIMA 25 September 2023 The characteristics and functions of PFAS............................................................................... 3 Summary................................................................................................................................... 3 Chemical resistance ................................................................................................................. 3 Ozone resistance ...................................................................................................................... 4 Repellency from water and oil / non-adhesion ......................................................................... 5 Heat resistance ......................................................................................................................... 7 Electric insulation ...................................................................................................................... 7 Low friction, self lubrication ...................................................................................................... 7 Gas barrier properties/Gas permeation properties................................................................... 8 low refractive index ..................................................................................................................11 Weatherability ..........................................................................................................................11 Durability ................................................................................................................................. 13 Resistance to creep / Compression set.................................................................................. 13 Uses of PFAS in Specialist Equipment................................................................................... 15 Summary................................................................................................................................. 15 electric wires and insulation.................................................................................................... 16 Heat shrink tubing ............................................................................................................... 23 Sealing materials .................................................................................................................... 24 Plumbing ................................................................................................................................. 32 Valves ..................................................................................................................................... 42 Pumps .................................................................................................................................... 50 Coating/Lining ......................................................................................................................... 52 Membrane filters .................................................................................................................. 69 Optical coating ...................................................................................................................... 74 Heat medium........................................................................................................................... 85 Lubricating oil.......................................................................................................................... 86 Others ..................................................................................................................................... 92 2 / 116 Appendix 1 JAIMA 25 September 2023 The characteristics and functions of PFAS Summary PFASs have many functions.

PFAS PUBLIC CONSULTATION: BRIEF PLASTIC SHAPES FOR MACHINING Brussels, 25 September 2023 EuPC is the leading EU-level Trade Association, based in Brussels, representing European Plastics Converters.

Projet de reponse du Ministere des Armees a la consultation publique sur le dossier Annexe XV du projet de restriction PFAS 25/09/2023 Lea Goux M @intradef.gouv.fr Pays : France n Autorite competente d'un Etat membre : Ministere des Armees, France.

Position Paper VDMA Environmental Affairs and Sustainability PFAS restriction under the REACH Regulation Background: German authorities in cooperation with authorities of the Netherlands, Denmark, Norway and Sweden prepared a restriction dossier for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) under the REACH Regulation.

Application Number Application Name Candidate Substance CAS RN to be regulated Name of Candidate Substance to be regulated Generic Name of End Product for Application Generic Name of Part for Application) Description of Application (Details) (Drawings, Diagrams, Photographs, Videos, etc.)

Apr 25, 2023 Comment on Proposed Restriction of PFAS Conference of Fluoro-Chemical Product Japan (FCJ) On behalf of chemical manufacturers, we, Conference of Fluoro-Chemical Product Japan (FCJ), have been working tirelessly to comply with national chemical regulations.

Aug 1, 2023 Comment on Proposed Restriction of PFAS Japan Valve Manufacturers' Association (JVMA) Japan Valve Manufacturers' Association (JVMA) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments to the PFAS restriction proposal. 1.

REGULATORY MANAGEMENT OPTION ANALYSIS FOR FLUOROPOLYMERS Final report prepared for Fluoropolymers Group (FPG) of PlasticsEurope 4 November 2021 REGULATORY MANAGEMENT OPTION ANALYSIS FOR FLUOROPOLYMERS Substance Names: EC Numbers: CAS Numbers: Final report Authors Approved by Date of issue Dr.

Apr 25, 2023 Comment on Proposed Restriction of PFAS Conference of Fluoro-Chemical Product Japan (FCJ) On behalf of chemical manufacturers, we, Conference of Fluoro-Chemical Product Japan (FCJ), have been working tirelessly to comply with national chemical regulations.

Apr 25, 2023 Comment on Proposed Restriction of PFAS Conference of Fluoro-Chemical Product Japan (FCJ) On behalf of chemical manufacturers, we, Conference of Fluoro-Chemical Product Japan (FCJ), have been working tirelessly to comply with national chemical regulations.

Comment on Proposed Restriction of PFAS Aug 25, 2023 Japan Valve Manufactures' Association (JVMA) Japan Valve Manufacturers Association (JVMA) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments to the PFAS restriction proposal. 1.