9 More Chemicals Added to EPA’s Toxic Release Inventory
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has finalized toxicity values for nine additional PFAS. Effective immediately, the full list of reportable PFAS in the Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) rises to 196, and all applicable facilities must include them in their 2024 TRI submissions due July 1, 2025.
What This Means for Regulated Facilities
- Expanded Reporting Scope: More PFAS now trigger TRI thresholds, increasing the likelihood that releases or waste transfers must be disclosed.
- Greater Data Visibility: EPA and the public will gain clearer insight into PFAS use and releases, driving pressure for stronger controls.
- Higher Compliance Burden: Facilities must update inventory systems, sampling programs, and record‑keeping to capture each newly listed PFAS.
Beyond Compliance: Business Continuity at Stake
While accurate TRI reporting is mandatory, the larger challenge is mitigating PFAS‑related disruptions that ripple through production, operations, and procurement:
- Supply Chain: More PFAS now trigger TRI thresholds, increasing the likelihood that releases or waste transfers must be disclosed.
- Greater Data Visibility: Contaminated end products risk recalls, liability, and brand damage.
- Higher Compliance Burden: New PFAS treatment or disposal requirements can delay plant expansions and inflate budgets.
- Customer Contracts: Buyers increasingly demand PFAS‑free certifications, affecting sales and long‑term partnerships.
Action Checklist for 2024 Reporting Year
- Update Chemical Inventories – Confirm whether the nine new PFAS appear in any process streams, products, or wastes.
- Strengthen Sampling & Analytics – Expand laboratory panels to detect the full TRI list.
- Audit Supplier Declarations – Require upstream partners to disclose PFAS content and control measures.
- Model Operational Exposure – Quantify how PFAS constraints could interrupt production or procurement.
- Invest in Mitigation Tools – Evaluate AI‑driven platforms and treatment technologies that accelerate PFAS detection and removal.
For manufacturers, proactive PFAS management protects not only regulatory standing but also operational resilience and brand trust. By preparing early—and looking beyond check‑the‑box reporting—you’ll be positioned to navigate the growing landscape of PFAS obligations with confidence.