A 4542 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Prohibits the manufacture, sale, and use of cookware containing polytetrafluoroethylene

This bill bans the manufacture, sale, and use of all cookware containing polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), the non-stick coating commonly found in pans and pots, effective January 1, 2026. It directly affects manufacturers, retailers, and consumers who use or distribute such cookware within the state. The law prohibits PTFE cookware across all categories, including pots, pans, and cooking appliances, and grants the state exclusive authority to regulate this prohibition. The department may issue implementing rules to enforce the ban, but the core change is a complete prohibition on PTFE cookware in the state market.
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 4, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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