Business Group Challenges New Mexico’s PFAS Labeling Law

A coalition of businesses has filed a lawsuit against the state of New Mexico regarding a new requirement that mandates labeling for products containing PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances). The law, which aims to inform consumers about the presence of these chemicals, has been met with resistance from various industry groups. They argue that the labeling requirement is overly burdensome and could lead to misinformation about the safety of their products.

The lawsuit contends that the state has not provided sufficient evidence to justify the need for such labeling, claiming that it could unfairly stigmatize products that are otherwise safe and compliant with existing regulations. PFAS are often referred to as

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