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Category English Term Synonyms Short definition (EN) DE
Functional properties PFAS-free Free from intentionally added PFAS A claim indicating that the relevant finish or product is formulated without PFAS according to the defined scope. PFAS-frei
Translations
DE PFAS-frei
FR Sans PFAS
ES Sin PFAS
IT Senza PFAS
CN 不含PFAS
VN Không chứa PFAS
Not to be confused with Define the claim scope; avoid absolute statements beyond available evidence.