2965555 Science.

07.08.2023 In Verband der Mineralfarbenindustrie e.

Generation Wind Power PFAS containing technologies for the EU path to a climate neutral society based on the European Green Deal Distribution Final Use Transmission & Distribution Equipment Grid Access H2-Production E-Mobility Industry Buildings Juli 2023 Pumps Electrical Contacts Semiconductors Cross-sectional Technologies Electric Drives Electric Energy Storage Fuel Cell Heat Pump Wind Power (onshore/offshore) Grid Access Products: Wind turbine Relevant for: Renewable energy production Function of product: Production of electrical power by using natural wind PFAS substance used: PTFE (lubricant) PFAS containing material / component: taping foil moulds as release agent in production; sealing rings, gliding pads, lubricants, li-battery Reason for use: separates rotor blades from mould during production, smooth kinematic motions, self sustainable turbines application Lifetime of product: about 20 years Lifetime of PFAS used: depending on application Products: HV Power Converter Relevant for: Enabling grid access to connect renewable offshore power generation to the grid over longer distances Function of product: conversion of electric power from high voltage alternating current (AC) to high-voltage direct current (HVDC) for long distant power connections PFAS substance used: PVDF PFAS containing material / component: Cooling pipes (oil system) Reason for use: extrem heat- and high (aggressive) chemical resistance insulation ability, low water absorption and fire retarding ability Lifetime of product: 30 - 40 years Lifetime of PFAS used: designed for product lifetime, can be easily separated for disposal Transmission & Distribution Equipment Products: HV/MV switchgear; instrument transformer; Coils; Distribution and Power Transformer Relevant for: grid stability and security (risk prevention) - power overload protection for overhead and distribution lines; metering, protection and control of the high/medium voltage power system; power transformation Function of product: electrical switching in power T&D lines for industrial and commercial use, protection and controlling power loads; voltage or phase conversion HV to LV, electrical isolation, voltage measurement and monitoring in T&D lines PFAS substance used: solids: PTFE, PVDF, PFPE lubricants: PTFE, insulating gases PFAS containing material / component: cooling pipes, seals; sliding ring, switching nozzle Reason for use: extreme heat-, flame- and high (aggressive) chemical resistance, low electric conductivity, dielectric insulation, low water absorption, ablation of PTFE for cooling purpose - prerequisite for arc switching, reduction of friction within kinematic chain, surface protection Lifetime of product: 30 - 40 years Lifetime of PFAS used: Designed for product lifetime Electric Energy Storage Products: Lithium-Ion Batteries Relevant for: Energy storage, electric mobility, ICT (information and communications technology), medical devices, tracking, smart metering, security devices Function of product: Storage and supply of electrical energy with low energy loss, high charging speed and energy density PFAS substance used: PTFE, PVDF PFAS containing material / component: low-molecular PFAS in electrolyte , binders in the cathode of lithium batteries Reason for use: intermediate electrical energy storage with minor losses and high charging cycles Lifetime of product: Up to 20 years Lifetime of PFAS used: designed for product lifetime Hydrogen Production Energy Storage Products: Electrolyzer Relevant for: renewable energy - production of green hydrogen by electrochemical splitting of water Function of product: electrochemical conversion of (green) electrical energy into chemical energy (hydrogen as an energy carrier).

2965161 Meeting with stakeholders on PFAS restriction dossier Short report to be shared with PFAS restriction group and the relevant stakeholder Date: 3 September 2020 Place: Online Reporting Member State: o NL Participants (names and organization): o Member State: 5.1.2e , RIVM.

2965081 Possible restriction of PFAS: Food contact materials Questionnaire PFAS used for food and feed packaging and non-food packaging Background The authorities of five EU/EEA Member States are preparing a joint REACH restriction proposal on the manufacture and use of a wide range of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

Application for exemption from EU REACH PFAS control for fluoropolymers Topic: Application of Permanent Exemption for Fluorine-containing Polymers Reasons: 1.

Fra: Sendt: Til: Kopi: Emne: Vedlegg: Juell Ida Margrethe 5. november 2021 13:48 Anne Line Filtvedt Morka Heidi; Marit Kjeldby VS: Meeting request to discuss unintended consequences of a possible PFAS use ban (under REACH) currently under preparation by your country Svarbrev vedrorende foresporsel om mote om konsekvenser av et mulig PFAS-bruksforbud (under REACH).pdf; Letter Erling Rimestad Norway.pdf; European restriction proposal on the manufacture and use of PFAS (L)(976900).pdf Vedlagt er henvendelse fra Honeywell om arbeidet med universell PFAS restriksjon, og v5rt svar.

General Comments on the Annex XV Restriction Report for Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) dated 22.03.2023 PUBLIC VERSION Confidential Business Information is REMOVED. .

From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Attachments: Mathias Mueller < @eusemiconductors.eu> den 7 november 2022 14:57 Jenny Ivarsson Mattias Carlsson Feng ESIA - Critical uses of PFAS in the semiconductor industry ESIA letter - Critical uses of PFAS in the semiconductor industry.pdf Dear Ms lvarsson, On behalf of ESIA, CSIA, KSIA, SIA, TSIA and SEMI, I would like to share the attached letter with you.

From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Jenny Ivarsson den 7 februari 2022 12:48 Cecilia Thorn Pascal Michaux; Pavel Glukhov Sv: Meeting request in Stockholm - Chemours - PFAS REACH Restriction - NEW Data on Fluoropolymers & Fgases - 2nd half of February?

A/S Gunnar Haagensen CUSTOM ENGINEERED SEALS & SEALING SOLUTIONS Date: 14.10.2021 Kind attention: Mr.

Comment on Proposed Restriction of PFAS Aug 24, 2023 Japan Valve Manufactures' Association (JVMA) Japan Valve Manufacturers Association (JVMA) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments to the PFAS restriction proposal. 1.

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.

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.

THE USE OF PFAS IN CHEMICAL PLANT EQUIPMENT AN INVENTORY STUDY Final Report September 2023 Table of Contents 0011 ExEexceuctuivtieve susmummmarayry 02 Background, scope and methodology 03 PFAS: what it is and where it is used 04 PFAS alternatives & challenges 05 PFAS management 06 PFAS ban impact 07 Appendix Executive Summary (1/4) Background and methodology In May 2023, Cefic contracted Accenture to conduct a thorough mapping of uses of PFAS in chemical industry manufacturing equipment and to investigate the use and the availability of potential alternatives, as well as waste management practices To obtain a quantitative inventory, a detailed list of equipment types used in chemicals plants was compiled.