09/29/2026
You picked the fabric. You picked the finish. But did you check the destination?
A fabric specification can look completely buttoned up until someone asks one more question ➡️ Where is this fabric going?
If you're specifying or purchasing treated fabric for a project that will cross state lines, that's a question worth asking earlier than you might think.
PFAS requirements are evolving, and what's required can vary depending on where the finished fabric will ultimately be sold or used.
Before you spec a treated fabric for another state, ask these three questions:
🇺🇸 What state is this fabric going to?
Start with the destination. State requirements can differ, and regulations continue to change.
🌱 Does this project need PFAS-free treatment?
Don't assume every project needs the same performance solution. Consider the project's actual requirements, including whether oil and grease repellency is necessary.
🏷️ What does the label need to say?
Some states are moving beyond restrictions on PFAS-treated products and adding labeling or disclosure requirements. Make sure you understand what applies before the fabric moves into production.
For example, Maine's expanded restrictions on PFAS-treated textiles took effect January 1, 2026, while Connecticut's PFAS labeling requirements for products including fabric treatments took effect July 1, 2026.
The bigger takeaway?
💥 Don't wait until production to ask where the fabric is going.
For a current state-by-state resource, check the PFAS regulatory tracker we're following: saferstates.org/bill-tracker
Regulations are changing. That's why we're keeping an eye on them and helping customers consider the right finishing approach before production ever begins. 🙌
