‘Forever chemicals’ found in nearly 60% of children’s ‘waterproof’ or ‘stain-resistant’ textiles

A study found PFAS substances in clothing, pillow protectors, bedding and furniture, some labeled environmentally friendly'

Nearly 60% of children's textiles labeled waterproof", stain-resistant", or environmentally friendly" that were tested as part of a new study contained toxic PFAS substances known as forever chemicals" due to their persistence in the environment.

Among products checked were clothing, pillow protectors, bedding and furniture.