CheckFire aligns business operations with EU PFAS restriction timeline

In response to the European Chemicals Agency’s proposed regulation, which will take effect in December 2030, CheckFire has put in place plans to discontinue selected products within its Commander and CommanderEDGE fire extinguisher ranges that contain PFHxA, a chemical which is found in some of its solutions.

This proactive decision reflects CheckFire’s overriding commitment to environmental responsibility. By discontinuing PFAS-containing products as of October 2024, CheckFire ensures that its customers will be ready for the UK's future PFAS ban, in turn making the transition a “seamless” process and maintaining customers’ confidence in the brand.

The upcoming regulation signifies a crucial shift in industry standards, as PFAS poses long-term risks to both the environment and living organisms. In anticipation of these changes, CheckFire is committed to developing fluorine-free alternatives within its new Green Crosshair fire extinguisher product line under The Green Range. This latest offering will uphold the “exceptional quality, performance and innovation” customers have come to expect from CheckFire, now with the added benefit of being PFAS-free.

Cameron Robins, managing director of CheckFire, informed Fire Safety Matters: “The upcoming EU PFAS restrictions represent a significant shift for the fire safety sector, emphasising as they do the need for sustainable solutions. By discontinuing PFAS-containing products and introducing fluorine-free alternatives, we’re not only ensuring compliance, but also leading the industry towards a safer and more environmentally responsible future. This approach highlights our commitment to public safety and environmental stewardship.”

*Further information is available online at www.checkfire.co.uk