Minnesota, Cookware

Cookware association sues Minnesota over PFAS ban, calling it unconstitutional
The cookware manufacturers argue the primary type of PFAS being used as a nonstick coating, PTFE, does not harm human health or the environment.
Cookware group files lawsuit against Minnesota’s PFAS ban
The complaint claims the law discriminates against out-of-state commerce and imposes a burden on interstate commerce. It also alleges the law violates the Commerce Clause in the Constitution.
Cookware Makers Sue Minnesota Over ‘Forever Chemicals’ Law
Minnesota’s Amara’s Law, which was passed in 2023 and took effect at the beginning of 2025, is one of the most aggressive examples of pushing back against PFAS. The law bans all non-essential use of PFAS and requires manufacturers to disclose if PFAS are present in any products they plan on selling in Minnesota.
Minnesota PFAS ban: Nonstick pan makers challenge new law
A cookware group is suing the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency over the new law banning PFAS in cookware, claiming it’s unconstitutional.
New Minnesota PFAS law goes into effect
ST. PAUL, Minn. – A new Minnesota law going into effect Wednesday aims to reduce PFAS, or forever chemicals, across the state.
Minnesota PFAS ban: Youth motorsports hit under new law
A new law taking effect on Jan. 1 in Minnesota will limit the use of PFAS “forever chemicals" in products – in turn creating a ban on certain youth motorsports equipment.
Cookware advocacy group sues Minnesota over PFAS ban
The ban that went into effect on Jan. 1 bans products that contain PFAS, which are used in nonstick cookware.
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3M PFAS lawsuits cost billions. Insurance giant AIG doesn't want to pay.
Insurance company AIG filed a lawsuit against Minnesota-based manufacturer 3M to avoid paying for thousands of lawsuits ...
Minnesota's new PFAS ban goes into effect Jan. 1
Starting Jan. 1, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as "forever chemicals," will be banned in ...
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Life after forever chemicals: Minnesota's PFAS ban will change buying habits
For many products, there won’t be a notable change. Other industries have had a hard time replacing PFAS with nontoxic ...
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New Minnesota laws take effect that will impact businesses across the state
ST. PAUL, MN – Minnesota businesses are preparing for the implementation of several new laws and policies that took effect on ...
New Minnesota laws for 2025: Minimum wage, restaurant fees, 'Taylor Swift Bill'
A slate of new laws take effect in Minnesota starting Jan. 1, including several that impact businesses. Minnesota businesses ...
Honda and Yamaha warn MN dealers against selling some childrens' ATVs because of illegal PFAS
Honda alerted showrooms about the new Minnesota law less than two weeks before it took effect. Yamaha sent out a notification ...
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California Makes History With Country's First PFAS Ban for Apparel
California became the first state in the nation to enact an outright ban on PFAS in apparel, accessories and home products on ...
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Now Illegal: Minnesota Just Banned a Bunch of Certain Common Products
In Minnesota, it's illegal to throw away major appliances because they often contain hazardous materials like refrigerants, ...