Why it Matters

  • Choose with Confidence
    Confidence starts with knowing the the products you choose are designed without PFAS. 

     

  • Performance You Trust
    Continue to rely on the industry-leading performance professionals expect from LATICRETE. 

     

  • Part of the Sustainability Journey
    Designing the LATICRETE portfolio without intentionally added PFAS supports our broader commitment to responsible product innovation and sustainability. 

     

  • What are PFAS?

    PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are a large group of man-made chemicals used since the 1940s across many industries. They are known for their persistence in the environment and are facing increasing regulatory scrutiny, restrictions, and potential bans worldwide due to concerns regarding their potential impacts on human health. 

  • Why are PFAS called “forever chemicals”?

    PFAS are extremely durable and can remain in the environment and people for many years. This resistance to breakdown means they accumulate over time, making them a long-term concern for health and environmental safety. 

  • Why are PFAS receiving increased attention and why is there growing public concern about them?

    As testing methods improve, PFAS have been detected in more places, from drinking water to everyday products, raising public awareness. Studies linking PFAS to serious health and environmental risks have led to calls for action from scientists, communities, and policymakers. 

  • How can PFAS affect human health?

    Studies suggest that exposure to certain PFAS may affect the immune system, increase cholesterol levels, impact liver function, and raise the risk of certain cancers. They may also interfere with growth, learning, and hormone function. However, the level and length of exposure play a role in potential health impacts.

  • How do PFAS affect the environment?

    PFAS can travel through air, water, and soil, spreading far from where they were originally used. They build up in fish, animals, and humans, and because they don’t degrade easily, they can remain in ecosystems for decades, affecting wildlife and water quality. 

  • Where are PFAS commonly found?

    PFAS are found in a wide variety of industries and products, including non-stick cookware, water-repellent clothing, food packaging, stain-resistant carpets, and firefighting foams. They’re also found in soil and drinking water near manufacturing sites, airports, and military bases. 

  • What are companies and governments doing about PFAS?

    Governments around the world, including the U.S., are increasing regulations on PFAS, especially in drinking water and consumer products. Companies are also beginning to reformulate products to be designed without PFAS, often in response to growing consumer and regulatory pressure. 

  • How can individuals reduce their PFAS exposure?

    You can lower your risk of PFAS exposure by staying informed and being mindful of the products you use, both in the workplace and at home. Check labels and avoid products with “fluoro” or “perfluoro” in the ingredient list, as these can be indicators of PFAS, and wherever possible, choose products specifically labelled as “Designed without PFAS”.  

  • Does this apply to the entire LATICRETE portfolio?

    Most LATICRETE installation solutions never contained intentionally added PFAS. Recent targeted reformulation work within the STONETECH surface care line means that today, all LATICRETE products are designed without PFAS. 

  • How does this support LATICRETE sustainability initiatives?

    At LATICRETE, we are deeply invested in the development of products and processes that prioritize the well-being of our planet and partners. Our entire portfolio of products, designed without PFAS, reflects our commitment to responsible, installer-friendly product design.