Since 2022, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has been discussing a proposal for a broad restriction on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) under the REACH Regulation. Despite the amendments made to the restriction proposal following an extensive public consultation, industry remains critical of the broad approach. In its current form, the restriction would have significant impacts on value chains as well as on the innovation and competitiveness of many industrial sectors.