Recital 7

(7)Some fluorinated greenhouse gases subject to this Regulation are Per- and Polyfluorinated Substances (PFAS) or are proven to or suspected to degrade into PFAS. PFAS are chemicals which resist degradation and potentially have negative effects on health and the environment. In line with the precautionary principle, undertakings should consider using alternatives, where available, which are less harmful for health, the environment and the climate. In 2023 a proposal under Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council ⁸ to restrict the manufacture, placing on the market and use of PFAS, including fluorinated greenhouse gases, was submitted to the European Chemicals Agency. When considering potential PFAS restrictions, the Commission and Member States should take into account the availability of those alternatives.