EPA revises PFAS reporting rule, extends deadlines to 2027
Last update on Apr 13, 2026
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is finalizing the start of the reporting period for a perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) reporting rule under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) section 8(a)(7).
This action moves the start of the reporting period from April 13, 2026, to 60 days following the effective date of the agency’s forthcoming revision to the PFAS 8(a)(7) rule.
Extending TSCA PFAS reporting to provide clearer compliance path
Addressing PFAS contamination is an urgent human‑health priority for EPA. Communities across the country, especially families, pregnant women, and children deserve swift action rooted in gold-standard science to reduce exposure and ensure the safety of water, soil, and consumer products.
In April 2026, EPA finalized an extension of the reporting period for TSCA 8(a)(7) submissions by 60 days following the effective date of the agency’s revision to the rule. A finalized start date for this rule gives companies clear direction and accountability.
This also allows additional time for EPA to review the thousands of public comments on the November 2025 proposed updates so that the agency can refine the rule to better deliver timely, actionable reporting guidance without unnecessary loopholes that could delay health‑protective decisions.
November 2025 proposed rule
In November 2025, EPA proposed changes to the scope of the TSCA 8(a)(7) PFAS reporting regulations. These proposed changes incorporate exemptions and modifications that will reduce unnecessary or potentially duplicative reporting requirements for manufacturers.
The proposed exemptions apply to:
PFAS manufactured (including imported) in mixtures or products at concentrations 0.1% or lower;
Imported articles;
Certain byproducts;
Impurities;
Research and development chemicals; and
- Non-isolated intermediates.
May 2025 interim final rule
In May 2025, EPA announced an interim final rule which extended the dates of the reporting period for data submissions. Submissions are now due by October 13, 2026, for most manufacturers. Small businesses reporting data solely on importing PFAS contained in articles have until April 13, 2027, to submit reports.
September 2024 final rule and parallel proposed rule
In September 2024, EPA announced a direct final rule and a parallel proposed rule to delay the reporting period for this rule. The reporting period was scheduled to begin on November 12, 2024, but the final rule delays the beginning of the reporting period until July 2025 due to budgetary constraints. Read the direct final rule.
Background
TSCA section 8(a)(7) requires any person that has manufactured (including imported) PFAS in any year between 2011 and 2022 to report information related to chemical identity, uses, volumes made and processed, byproducts, environmental and health effects, worker exposure, and disposal to EPA. In support of the Trump EPA’s efforts to effectively address PFAS, EPA is reviewing the TSCA section 8(a)(7) PFAS reporting rule to ensure the agency obtains comprehensive, reliable information from manufacturers and importers.
A finalized start date for this rule gives companies clear direction and accountability. This also allows additional time for EPA to review the thousands of public comments on the November 2025 proposed updates so that the agency can refine the rule to better deliver timely, actionable reporting guidance without unnecessary loopholes that could delay health‑protective decisions. The agency plans to issue a final rule later this year.
EPA’s guidance and reporting tool will help ensure the collected data are complete, accessible, and useful to regulators, communities, and researchers. This transparency is essential to help families understand PFAS in their environment and supports informed decisions about health and safety.