New York Sues 5 PFAS Makers Over Toxic 'Forever Chemicals' Cover-Up
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Updated · The Guardian · Jul 9
New York Sues 5 PFAS Makers Over Toxic 'Forever Chemicals' Cover-Up
3 articles · Updated · The Guardian · Jul 9
Summary
New York filed a state-court lawsuit in Albany against 3M, DuPont, Chemours, Corteva and EIDP, accusing them of creating a public nuisance by selling PFAS for use in consumer products.
Letitia James said the companies knew the chemicals were toxic yet concealed environmental and health risks from consumers for decades, even as some PFAS were being phased out.
The suit targets current and former DuPont-linked entities as well as 3M, widening pressure on major chemical makers over liabilities tied to persistent 'forever chemicals.'
With federal rules in flux, will state lawsuits finally force a nationwide ban on all PFAS chemicals?
Are the mounting lawsuits pushing chemical giants toward a financial breaking point over their toxic legacy?
How can consumers be protected from the next 'forever chemical' hidden in everyday products?
New York’s $30 Billion PFAS Lawsuit: The Fight for Justice Against Decades of Chemical Deception
Overview
On July 9, 2026, New York State, led by Attorney General Letitia James, filed a major lawsuit against chemical giants like 3M, DuPont, Chemours, Corteva, and EIDP, marking a turning point in the fight against PFAS, or 'forever chemicals.' The state accuses these companies of knowingly selling toxic PFAS for decades, despite being aware of their dangers, and causing widespread public harm. This legal action highlights how these corporations concealed the risks of PFAS, leading to serious health and environmental issues, and sets a strong example for holding polluters accountable nationwide.