Register of Specific Exemptions: Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds

Parties may register for specific exemptions listed in Annex A or B pursuant to paragraph 3 of Article 4. These specific exemptions have a limited timeframe and shall expire five (5) years after the date of entry into force of the Convention with respect to that particular chemical (paragraph 4 of Article 4), unless an earlier date is indicated in the Register by the Party or an extension is granted by the Conference of the Parties under paragraph 7 of Article 4.

Specific exemptions

Activity Specific exemption Party Expiry date Estimated quantity of production / use Purpose(s) of
production / use
Reason for exemption Remarks
Use 01.Photolithography or etch processes in semiconductor manufacturing
Argentina 06/04/2028 Unknown 01.Photolithography or etch processes in semiconductor manufacturing Companies requested registration of exemption for the import of electronic articles containing chemicals covered in this entry. Three companies applied for this exemption.
Note by Secretariat:
Informal translation on registration – original received in Spanish.
Use 04.Invasive and implantable medical devices
Argentina 06/04/2028 Unknown 04.Invasive and implantable medical devices The Ministry of Health has reported that it is not aware at present whether any medical devices could contain these chemicals, but if they did, then the devices would continue to be necessary. Therefore, until further information is available, registration of the exemption is requested.
Quantities used are unknown.

Note by Secretariat:
Informal translation on registration – original received in Spanish.
Use 05. Fire-fighting foam for liquid fuel vapour suppression and liquid fuel fires (Class B fires) in installed systems, including both mobile and fixed systems, in accordance with paragraph 2 of part X of Annex A
Argentina 06/04/2028 Unknown 05. Fire-fighting foam for liquid fuel vapour suppression and liquid fuel fires (Class B fires) in installed systems, including both mobile and fixed systems, in accordance with paragraph 2 of part X of Annex A There appears to be no import or use of these foams, which are not produced in the country. Nonetheless, such foams could remain present in different types of establishments, therefore the specific exemption is requested until it can be ascertained that there are no fire-fighting installations with this type of foam.
Quantities used are unknown.

Note by Secretariat:
Informal translation on registration – original received in Spanish.
Use 09. Manufacture of fluoroelastomers for the production of O-rings, v-belts and plastic accessories for car interiors
Argentina 06/04/2028 Unknown 09. Manufacture of fluoroelastomers for the production of O-rings, v-belts and plastic accessories for car interiors Companies requested registration of exemption for the import of auto parts containing chemicals covered in this entry. Five companies applied for this exemption..
Note by Secretariat:
Informal translation on registration – original received in Spanish.
Production For production other than fire-fighting foam, as allowed for the Parties listed in the Register in accordance with the provisions of part X of Annex A
European Union 03/12/2025 Not provided Not provided

Use 01.Photolithography or etch processes in semiconductor manufacturing
European Union 04/07/2025 Not provided 01.Photolithography or etch processes in semiconductor manufacturing

Use 02.Photographic coatings applied to films
European Union 04/07/2025 Not provided 02.Photographic coatings applied to films

Use 04.Invasive and implantable medical devices
European Union 04/07/2025 Not provided 04.Invasive and implantable medical devices

Use 05.Fire-fighting foam for liquid fuel vapour suppression and liquid fuel fires (Class B fires) in installed systems, including both mobile and fixed systems, in accordance with paragraph 2 of part X of Annex A
European Union 04/07/2025 Not provided 05.Fire-fighting foam for liquid fuel vapour suppression and liquid fuel fire (Class B fires) already installed in systems, including both mobile and fixed systems, subject to the following conditions:

(a) fire-fighting foam that contains or may contain PFOA, its salts and/or PFOA-related compounds shall not be used for training;

(b) fire-fighting foam that contains or may contain PFOA, its salts and/or PFOA-related compounds shall not be used for testing unless all releases are contained;

(c) as from 1 January 2023, uses of fire-fighting foam that contains or may contain PFOA, its salts and/or PFOA-related compounds shall only be allowed in sites where all releases can be contained;

(d) fire-fighting foam stockpiles that contain or may contain PFOA, its salts and/or PFOA-related compounds shall be managed in accordance with Article 5

Exemption in the EU POPS Regulation, if exemption is different from the Convention: [As indicated under column Purpose(s) of production/use.
Use 06.Use of perfluorooctyl iodide for the production of perfluorooctyl bromide for the purpose of producing pharmaceutical products, in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 3 of part X of Annex A
European Union Review and assessment by 31/12/2026, every four years thereafter and by 31/12/2036 Not provided 06.Use of perfluorooctyl iodide for the production of perfluorooctyl bromide for the purpose of producing pharmaceutical products, in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 3 of part X of Annex A

Use 02.Photographic coatings applied to films
New Zealand 03/12/2025* Unknown 02.Photographic coatings applied to films New Zealand requires time to update technology for specific medical photographic applications.

Use 05.Fire-fighting foam for liquid fuel vapour suppression and liquid fuel fires (Class B fires) in installed systems, including both mobile and fixed systems, in accordance with paragraph 2 of part X of Annex A
New Zealand 03/12/2025* Unknown 05.Fire-fighting foam for liquid fuel vapour suppression and liquid fuel fires (Class B fires) in installed systems, including both mobile and fixed systems, in accordance with paragraph 2 of part X of Annex A New Zealand is phasing out the use of PFOA, its salts and PFOA-related compounds from firefighting foam. Consultation with industry indicates that time will be needed to complete the transition, including ensuring suitable alternative products are available, decontaminating or replacing firefighting equipment as necessary, and disposing of wastes generated.

Use 01.Photolithography or etch processes in semiconductor manufacturing
Norway 04/07/2025 Not provided 01.Photolithography or etch processes in semiconductor manufacturing Not provided

Use 02.Photographic coatings applied to films
Norway 04/07/2025 Not provided 02.Photographic coatings applied to films Not provided

Use 04.Invasive and implantable medical devices
Norway 04/07/2025 Not provided 04.Invasive and implantable medical devices Not provided

Use 05.Fire-fighting foam for liquid fuel vapour suppression and liquid fuel fires (Class B fires) in installed systems, including both mobile and fixed systems, in accordance with paragraph 2 of part X of Annex A
Norway 04/07/2025 Not provided 05.Fire-fighting foam for liquid fuel vapour suppression and liquid fuel fires (Class B fires) in installed systems, including both mobile and fixed systems, in accordance with paragraph 2 of part X of Annex A Not provided

Use 06.Use of perfluorooctyl iodide for the production of perfluorooctyl bromide for the purpose of producing pharmaceutical products, in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 3 of part X of Annex A
Norway At the latest in 2036 Not provided 06.Use of perfluorooctyl iodide for the production of perfluorooctyl bromide for the purpose of producing pharmaceutical products, in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 3 of part X of Annex A Not provided

Production For production other than fire-fighting foam, as allowed for the Parties listed in the Register in accordance with the provisions of part X of Annex A
Republic of Korea 02/06/2026 Not provided 03. Textiles for oil and water repellency for the protection of workers from dangerous liquids that comprise risks to their health and safety There is a need to have more time to secure alternative technologies and appropriate alternative substances, and to treat relevant wastes by means of phasing out the use of PFOA, its salts and PFOA-related compounds for fire-fighting foam.

Use 01.Photolithography or etch processes in semiconductor manufacturing
Republic of Korea 02/06/2026 Not provided 01.Photolithography or etch processes in semiconductor manufacturing There is a need to have more time to secure alternative technologies and appropriate alternative substances, and to treat relevant wastes by means of phasing out the use of PFOA, its salts and PFOA-related compounds for fire-fighting foam.

Use 02.Photographic coatings applied to films
Republic of Korea 02/06/2026 Not provided 02.Photographic coatings applied to films There is a need to have more time to secure alternative technologies and appropriate alternative substances, and to treat relevant wastes by means of phasing out the use of PFOA, its salts and PFOA-related compounds for fire-fighting foam.

Use 03.Textiles for oil and water repellency for the protection of workers from dangerous liquids that comprise risks to their health and safety
Republic of Korea 02/06/2026 Not provided 03.Textiles for oil and water repellency for the protection of workers from dangerous liquids that comprise risks to their health and safety There is a need to have more time to secure alternative technologies and appropriate alternative substances, and to treat relevant wastes by means of phasing out the use of PFOA, its salts and PFOA-related compounds for fire-fighting foam.

Use 04.Invasive and implantable medical devices
Republic of Korea 02/06/2026 Not provided 04.Invasive and implantable medical devices There is a need to have more time to secure alternative technologies and appropriate alternative substances, and to treat relevant wastes by means of phasing out the use of PFOA, its salts and PFOA-related compounds for fire-fighting foam.

Use 05.Fire-fighting foam for liquid fuel vapour suppression and liquid fuel fires (Class B fires) in installed systems, including both mobile and fixed systems, in accordance with paragraph 2 of part X of Annex A
Republic of Korea 02/06/2026 Not provided 05.Fire-fighting foam for liquid fuel vapour suppression and liquid fuel fires (Class B fires) in installed systems, including both mobile and fixed systems, in accordance with paragraph 2 of part X of Annex A There is a need to have more time to secure alternative technologies and appropriate alternative substances, and to treat relevant wastes by means of phasing out the use of PFOA, its salts and PFOA-related compounds for fire-fighting foam.

Use 06.Use of perfluorooctyl iodide for the production of perfluorooctyl bromide for the purpose of producing pharmaceutical products, in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 3 of part X of Annex A
Republic of Korea 02/06/2026 Not provided 06.Use of perfluorooctyl iodide for the production of perfluorooctyl bromide for the purpose of producing pharmaceutical products, in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 3 of part X of Annex A There is a need to have more time to secure alternative technologies and appropriate alternative substances, and to treat relevant wastes by means of phasing out the use of PFOA, its salts and PFOA-related compounds for fire-fighting foam.

Use 07• Manufacture of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) for the production of:

- High-performance, corrosion-resistant gas filter membranes, water filter membranes and membranes for medical textiles

- Industrial waste heat exchanger equipment

- Industrial sealants capable of preventing leakage of volatile organic compounds and PM2.5 particulates
Republic of Korea 02/06/2026 Not provided 07• Manufacture of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) for the production of:

- High-performance, corrosion-resistant gas filter membranes, water filter membranes and membranes for medical textiles

- Industrial waste heat exchanger equipment

- Industrial sealants capable of preventing leakage of volatile organic compounds and PM2.5 particulates
There is a need to have more time to secure alternative technologies and appropriate alternative substances, and to treat relevant wastes by means of phasing out the use of PFOA, its salts and PFOA-related compounds for fire-fighting foam.

Use 08.Manufacture of polyfluoroethylene propylene (FEP) for the production of high-voltage electrical wire and cables for power transmission
Republic of Korea 02/06/2026 Not provided 08.Manufacture of polyfluoroethylene propylene (FEP) for the production of high-voltage electrical wire and cables for power transmission There is a need to have more time to secure alternative technologies and appropriate alternative substances, and to treat relevant wastes by means of phasing out the use of PFOA, its salts and PFOA-related compounds for fire-fighting foam.

Use 09.Manufacture of fluoroelastomers for the production of O-rings, v-belts and plastic accessories for car interiors
Republic of Korea 02/06/2026 Not provided 09.Manufacture of fluoroelastomers for the production of O-rings, v-belts and plastic accessories for car interiors There is a need to have more time to secure alternative technologies and appropriate alternative substances, and to treat relevant wastes by means of phasing out the use of PFOA, its salts and PFOA-related compounds for fire-fighting foam.

Production For production other than fire-fighting foam, as allowed for the Parties listed in the Register in accordance with the provisions of part X of Annex A
Switzerland 03/12/2025* Unknown For production other than fire-fighting foam, as allowed for the Parties listed in the Register in accordance with the provisions of part X of Annex A Transition to alternatives not yet completed.

Use 01.Photolithography or etch processes in semiconductor manufacturing
Switzerland 03/12/2025* Unknown 01.Photolithography or etch processes in semiconductor manufacturing Transition to alternatives not yet completed.

Use 02.Photographic coatings applied to films
Switzerland 03/12/2025* Unknown 02.Photographic coatings applied to films Transition to alternatives not yet completed.

Use 03.Textiles for oil and water repellency for the protection of workers from dangerous liquids that comprise risks to their health and safety
Switzerland 03/12/2025* Unknown 03.Textiles for oil and water repellency for the protection of workers from dangerous liquids that comprise risks to their health and safety Transition to alternatives not yet completed.

Use 04.Invasive and implantable medical devices
Switzerland 03/12/2025* Unknown 04.Invasive and implantable medical devices Transition to alternatives not yet completed.

Use 06.Use of perfluorooctyl iodide for the production of perfluorooctyl bromide for the purpose of producing pharmaceutical products, in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 3 of part X of Annex A
Switzerland At the latest in 2036  Unknown 06.Use of perfluorooctyl iodide for the production of perfluorooctyl bromide for the purpose of producing pharmaceutical products, in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 3 of part X of Annex A Transition to alternatives not yet completed.

Use 07.Manufacture of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) for the production of:

- High-performance, corrosion-resistant gas filter membranes, water filter membranes and membranes for medical textiles

- Industrial waste heat exchanger equipment

- Industrial sealants capable of preventing leakage of volatile organic compounds and PM2.5 particulates
Switzerland 03/12/2025* Unknown 07.Manufacture of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) for the production of:

- High-performance, corrosion-resistant gas filter membranes, water filter membranes and membranes for medical textiles

- Industrial waste heat exchanger equipment

- Industrial sealants capable of preventing leakage of volatile organic compounds and PM2.5 particulates
Transition to alternatives not yet completed.

Production For other production, as allowed for the Parties listed in the Register in accordance with the provisions of part X of Annex A
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland 03/12/2025* Information not provided For production other than fire-fighting foam, as allowed for the Parties listed in the Register in accordance with the provisions of part X of Annex A

Use 01.Photolithography or etch processes in semiconductor manufacturing
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland 04/07/2025 Information not provided 01.Photolithography or etch processes in semiconductor manufacturing PFOA related substances are currently needed as surfactants to obtain certain product properties in photolithography and etch processes in semiconductor manufacturing within the motor industry and electronic products industries.

Use 02.Photographic coatings applied to films
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland 04/07/2025 Information not provided 02.Photographic coatings applied to films Within the photographic industry, PFOA and related compounds are currently needed for photographic film coatings.

Use 03.Textiles for oil and water repellency for the protection of workers from dangerous liquids that comprise risks to their health and safety
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland 03/12/2025 Information not provided 03.Textiles for oil and water repellency for the protection of workers from dangerous liquids that comprise risks to their health and safety The textiles industry needs to use PFOA in fabric coatings for use in hazardous environments as it provides water and oil repellency properties to protect workers from dangerous liquids.
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Use 04.Invasive and implantable medical devices
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland 04/07/2025 Information not provided 04.Invasive and implantable medical devices The medical devices manufacturing industry currently requires the use of PFOA and related substances for invasive and implantable medical devices while alternative substances are being researched.

Use 05.Fire-fighting foam for liquid fuel vapour suppression and liquid fuel fires (Class B fires) in installed systems, including both mobile and fixed systems, in accordance with paragraph 2 of part X of Annex A
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland 04/07/2025 Information not provided 05.Fire-fighting foam for liquid fuel vapour suppression and liquid fuel fires (Class B fires) already installed in systems, including both mobile and fixed systems, subject to the following conditions:

a) fire-fighting foam that contains or may contain PFOA, its salts and/or PFOA-related compounds shall not be used for training;

b) fire-fighting foam that contains or may contain PFOA, its salts and/or PFOA-related compounds shall not be used for testing unless all releases are contained;

c) as from 1 Jan 2023, uses of fire-fighting foam that contains or may contain PFOA, its salts and/or PFOA-related compounds shall only be allowed in sites where all releases can be contained;

d) fire-fighting foam stockpiles that contain or may contain PFOA, its salts and/or PFOA-related compounds shall be managed in accordance with Art 5.
PFOA and related substances are currently required in aqueous film-forming fire-fighting foams for the UK petroleum industry as they are very effective in response to fires involving large volumes of hydrocarbon fuels and solvents.

Use 06.Use of perfluorooctyl iodide for the production of perfluorooctyl bromide for the purpose of producing pharmaceutical products, in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 3 of part X of Annex A
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland At the latest in 2036. Information not provided 06.The use of perfluorooctyl bromide containing perfluorooctyl iodide for the purpose of producing pharmaceutical products. Within the pharmaceutical industry PFOA and related substances are required for the use of perfluorooctyl bromide containing perfluorooctyl iodide in the production of pharmaceutical products while industry works towards finding suitable alternatives

Use 01.Photolithography or etch processes in semiconductor manufacturing Viet Nam 03/12/2025 To be updated 01. Photolithography or etch processes in semiconductor manufacturing Currently, Viet Nam has still used Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds as input materials for direct production and in the articles, products, commodities and equipment containing PFOA in several fields such as: Fire-fighting foam; textiles; pharmaceutical products, photolithography; polyfluoroethylene propylene Since 2020, Viet Nam has internalized the requirements on POPS management of the Stockholm Convention in Viet Nam's environmental protection legislation.
The Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds management has been regulated under the Law on Environmental Protection 2020 and the Decree No. 08/2022/ND-CP dated 10th January 2022 of the Government guiding the implementation of the Law on Environmental Protection 2020 that purpose is to protect human health and the environment from POPS' adverse impact.
Besides, Viet Nam has regulated and implemented to control and monitor for the Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds and articles, products, equipment containing Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds under the Circular No. 10/2021/TT-BTNMT dated 30th June 2021 of the Minister of National Resources and Environment on environmental monitoring techniques and management of environmental quality monitoring information and data, including the techniques for monitoring of the POPS (including 12 old POPS and 18 new POPS, covering Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds) in the environment components and in articles, products, commodities and equipment.
Use 02.Photographic coatings applied to films Viet Nam 03/12/2025 To be updated 02.Photographic coatings applied to films Currently, Viet Nam has still used Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds as input materials for direct production and in the articles, products, commodities and equipment containing PFOA in several fields such as: Fire-fighting foam; textiles; pharmaceutical products, photolithography; polyfluoroethylene propylene Since 2020, Viet Nam has internalized the requirements on POPS management of the Stockholm Convention in Viet Nam's environmental protection legislation.
The Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds management has been regulated under the Law on Environmental Protection 2020 and the Decree No. 08/2022/ND-CP dated 10th January 2022 of the Government guiding the implementation of the Law on Environmental Protection 2020 that purpose is to protect human health and the environment from POPS' adverse impact.
Besides, Viet Nam has regulated and implemented to control and monitor for the Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds and articles, products, equipment containing Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds under the Circular No. 10/2021/TT-BTNMT dated 30th June 2021 of the Minister of National Resources and Environment on environmental monitoring techniques and management of environmental quality monitoring information and data, including the techniques for monitoring of the POPS (including 12 old POPS and 18 new POPS, covering Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds) in the environment components and in articles, products, commodities and equipment.
Use 03.Textiles for oil and water repellency for the protection of workers from dangerous liquids that comprise risks to their health and safety Viet Nam 03/12/2025 To be updated 03.Textiles for oil and water repellency for the protection of workers from dangerous liquids that comprise risks to their health and safety
Currently, Viet Nam has still used Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds as input materials for direct production and in the articles, products, commodities and equipment containing PFOA in several fields such as: Fire-fighting foam; textiles; pharmaceutical products, photolithography; polyfluoroethylene propylene Since 2020, Viet Nam has internalized the requirements on POPS management of the Stockholm Convention in Viet Nam's environmental protection legislation.
The Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds management has been regulated under the Law on Environmental Protection 2020 and the Decree No. 08/2022/ND-CP dated 10th January 2022 of the Government guiding the implementation of the Law on Environmental Protection 2020 that purpose is to protect human health and the environment from POPS' adverse impact.
Besides, Viet Nam has regulated and implemented to control and monitor for the Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds and articles, products, equipment containing Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds under the Circular No. 10/2021/TT-BTNMT dated 30th June 2021 of the Minister of National Resources and Environment on environmental monitoring techniques and management of environmental quality monitoring information and data, including the techniques for monitoring of the POPS (including 12 old POPS and 18 new POPS, covering Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds) in the environment components and in articles, products, commodities and equipment.
Use 04.Invasive and implantable medical devices Viet Nam 03/12/2025 To be updated 04.Invasive and implantable medical devices Currently, Viet Nam has still used Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds as input materials for direct production and in the articles, products, commodities and equipment containing PFOA in several fields such as: Fire-fighting foam; textiles; pharmaceutical products, photolithography; polyfluoroethylene propylene Since 2020, Viet Nam has internalized the requirements on POPS management of the Stockholm Convention in Viet Nam's environmental protection legislation.
The Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds management has been regulated under the Law on Environmental Protection 2020 and the Decree No. 08/2022/ND-CP dated 10th January 2022 of the Government guiding the implementation of the Law on Environmental Protection 2020 that purpose is to protect human health and the environment from POPS' adverse impact.
Besides, Viet Nam has regulated and implemented to control and monitor for the Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds and articles, products, equipment containing Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds under the Circular No. 10/2021/TT-BTNMT dated 30th June 2021 of the Minister of National Resources and Environment on environmental monitoring techniques and management of environmental quality monitoring information and data, including the techniques for monitoring of the POPS (including 12 old POPS and 18 new POPS, covering Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds) in the environment components and in articles, products, commodities and equipment.
Use 05.Fire-fighting foam for liquid fuel vapour suppression and liquid fuel fires (Class B fires) in installed systems, including both mobile and fixed systems, in accordance with paragraph 2 of part X of Annex A
Viet Nam 03/12/2025 To be updated 05.Fire-fighting foam for liquid fuel vapour suppression and liquid fuel fires (Class B fires) in installed systems, including both mobile and fixed systems, in accordance with paragraph 2 of part X of Annex A
Currently, Viet Nam has still used Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds as input materials for direct production and in the articles, products, commodities and equipment containing PFOA in several fields such as: Fire-fighting foam; textiles; pharmaceutical products, photolithography; polyfluoroethylene propylene Since 2020, Viet Nam has internalized the requirements on POPS management of the Stockholm Convention in Viet Nam's environmental protection legislation.
The Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds management has been regulated under the Law on Environmental Protection 2020 and the Decree No. 08/2022/ND-CP dated 10th January 2022 of the Government guiding the implementation of the Law on Environmental Protection 2020 that purpose is to protect human health and the environment from POPS' adverse impact.
Besides, Viet Nam has regulated and implemented to control and monitor for the Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds and articles, products, equipment containing Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds under the Circular No. 10/2021/TT-BTNMT dated 30th June 2021 of the Minister of National Resources and Environment on environmental monitoring techniques and management of environmental quality monitoring information and data, including the techniques for monitoring of the POPS (including 12 old POPS and 18 new POPS, covering Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds) in the environment components and in articles, products, commodities and equipment.
Use 06.Use of perfluorooctyl iodide for the production of perfluorooctyl bromide for the purpose of producing pharmaceutical products, in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 3 of part X of Annex A Viet Nam At the latest in 2036. To be updated 06.Use of perfluorooctyl iodide for the production of perfluorooctyl bromide for the purpose of producing pharmaceutical products, in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 3 of part X of Annex A Currently, Viet Nam has still used Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds as input materials for direct production and in the articles, products, commodities and equipment containing PFOA in several fields such as: Fire-fighting foam; textiles; pharmaceutical products, photolithography; polyfluoroethylene propylene Since 2020, Viet Nam has internalized the requirements on POPS management of the Stockholm Convention in Viet Nam's environmental protection legislation.
The Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds management has been regulated under the Law on Environmental Protection 2020 and the Decree No. 08/2022/ND-CP dated 10th January 2022 of the Government guiding the implementation of the Law on Environmental Protection 2020 that purpose is to protect human health and the environment from POPS' adverse impact.
Besides, Viet Nam has regulated and implemented to control and monitor for the Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds and articles, products, equipment containing Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds under the Circular No. 10/2021/TT-BTNMT dated 30th June 2021 of the Minister of National Resources and Environment on environmental monitoring techniques and management of environmental quality monitoring information and data, including the techniques for monitoring of the POPS (including 12 old POPS and 18 new POPS, covering Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds) in the environment components and in articles, products, commodities and equipment.
Use 07.Manufacture of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) for the production of:
- High-performance, corrosion-resistant gas filter membranes, water filter membranes and membranes for medical textiles
- Industrial waste heat exchanger equipment
- Industrial sealants capable of preventing leakage of volatile organic compounds and PM2.5 particulates
Viet Nam 03/12/2025 To be updated 07.Manufacture of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) for the production of:
- High-performance, corrosion-resistant gas filter membranes, water filter membranes and membranes for medical textiles
- Industrial waste heat exchanger equipment
- Industrial sealants capable of preventing leakage of volatile organic compounds and PM2.5 particulates
Currently, Viet Nam has still used Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds as input materials for direct production and in the articles, products, commodities and equipment containing PFOA in several fields such as: Fire-fighting foam; textiles; pharmaceutical products, photolithography; polyfluoroethylene propylene Since 2020, Viet Nam has internalized the requirements on POPS management of the Stockholm Convention in Viet Nam's environmental protection legislation.
The Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds management has been regulated under the Law on Environmental Protection 2020 and the Decree No. 08/2022/ND-CP dated 10th January 2022 of the Government guiding the implementation of the Law on Environmental Protection 2020 that purpose is to protect human health and the environment from POPS' adverse impact.
Besides, Viet Nam has regulated and implemented to control and monitor for the Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds and articles, products, equipment containing Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds under the Circular No. 10/2021/TT-BTNMT dated 30th June 2021 of the Minister of National Resources and Environment on environmental monitoring techniques and management of environmental quality monitoring information and data, including the techniques for monitoring of the POPS (including 12 old POPS and 18 new POPS, covering Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds) in the environment components and in articles, products, commodities and equipment.
Use 08. Manufacture of polyfluoroethylene propylene (FEP) for the production of high-voltage electrical wire and cables for power transmission Viet Nam 03/12/2025 To be updated 08. Manufacture of polyfluoroethylene propylene (FEP) for the production of high-voltage electrical wire and cables for power transmission Currently, Viet Nam has still used Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds as input materials for direct production and in the articles, products, commodities and equipment containing PFOA in several fields such as: Fire-fighting foam; textiles; pharmaceutical products, photolithography; polyfluoroethylene propylene Since 2020, Viet Nam has internalized the requirements on POPS management of the Stockholm Convention in Viet Nam's environmental protection legislation.
The Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds management has been regulated under the Law on Environmental Protection 2020 and the Decree No. 08/2022/ND-CP dated 10th January 2022 of the Government guiding the implementation of the Law on Environmental Protection 2020 that purpose is to protect human health and the environment from POPS' adverse impact.
Besides, Viet Nam has regulated and implemented to control and monitor for the Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds and articles, products, equipment containing Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds under the Circular No. 10/2021/TT-BTNMT dated 30th June 2021 of the Minister of National Resources and Environment on environmental monitoring techniques and management of environmental quality monitoring information and data, including the techniques for monitoring of the POPS (including 12 old POPS and 18 new POPS, covering Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds) in the environment components and in articles, products, commodities and equipment.
Use 09. Manufacture of fluoroelastomers for the production of O-rings, v-belts and plastic accessories for car interiors Viet Nam 03/12/2025 To be updated 09. Manufacture of fluoroelastomers for the production of O-rings, v-belts and plastic accessories for car interiors Currently, Viet Nam has still used Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds as input materials for direct production and in the articles, products, commodities and equipment containing PFOA in several fields such as: Fire-fighting foam; textiles; pharmaceutical products, photolithography; polyfluoroethylene propylene Since 2020, Viet Nam has internalized the requirements on POPS management of the Stockholm Convention in Viet Nam's environmental protection legislation.
The Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds management has been regulated under the Law on Environmental Protection 2020 and the Decree No. 08/2022/ND-CP dated 10th January 2022 of the Government guiding the implementation of the Law on Environmental Protection 2020 that purpose is to protect human health and the environment from POPS' adverse impact.
Besides, Viet Nam has regulated and implemented to control and monitor for the Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds and articles, products, equipment containing Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds under the Circular No. 10/2021/TT-BTNMT dated 30th June 2021 of the Minister of National Resources and Environment on environmental monitoring techniques and management of environmental quality monitoring information and data, including the techniques for monitoring of the POPS (including 12 old POPS and 18 new POPS, covering Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), its salts and PFOA-related compounds) in the environment components and in articles, products, commodities and equipment.

* Based on the date of entry into force of the amendment for that Party

Expired specific exemptions

Activity Specific exemption Party Expiry date Estimated quantity of production / use Purpose(s) of
production / use
Reason for exemption Remarks
Use 03.Textiles for oil and water repellency for the protection of workers from dangerous liquids that comprise risks to their health and safety
European Union 04/07/2023 Not provided 03.Textiles for oil and water repellency for the protection of workers from dangerous liquids that comprise risks to their health and safety -
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Use 07.Manufacture of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) for the production of:
- High-performance, corrosion-resistant gas filter membranes, water filter membranes and membranes for medical textiles
- Industrial waste heat exchanger equipment
- Industrial sealants capable of preventing leakage of volatile organic compounds and PM2.5 particulates
European Union 04/07/2023 Not provided 07.Manufacture of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) for the production of:
- High-performance, corrosion-resistant gas filter membranes, water filter membranes and membranes for medical textiles
- Industrial waste heat exchanger equipment
- Industrial sealants capable of preventing leakage of volatile organic compounds and PM2.5 particulates
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Use 03.Textiles for oil and water repellency for the protection of workers from dangerous liquids that comprise risks to their health and safety
Norway 04/07/2023 Not provided 03.Textiles for oil and water repellency for the protection of workers from dangerous liquids that comprise risks to their health and safety Not provided
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Use 07.Manufacture of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) for the production of:

- High-performance, corrosion-resistant gas filter membranes, water filter membranes and membranes for medical textiles
- Industrial waste heat exchanger equipment
- Industrial sealants capable of preventing leakage of volatile organic compounds and PM2.5 particulates
Norway 04/07/2023 Not provided • Use  of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) for the production of:

- High-performance, corrosion-resistant gas filter membranes, water filter membranes and membranes for medical textiles
- Industrial waste heat exchanger equipment
- Industrial sealants capable of preventing leakage of volatile organic compounds and PM2.5 particulates
Not provided

Use 07.Manufacture of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) for the production of:
o High-performance, corrosion-resistant gas filter membranes, water filter membranes and membranes for medical textiles
o Industrial waste heat exchanger equipment
o Industrial sealants capable of preventing leakage of volatile organic compounds and PM2.5 particulates
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland 04/07/2023 Information not provided 07.Manufacture of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) for the production of:
i) High-performance, corrosion-resistant gas filter membranes, water filter membranes and membranes for medical textiles
ii) Industrial waste heat exchanger equipment
iii) Industrial sealants capable of preventing leakage of volatile organic compounds and PM2.5 particulates
Industry involved in the manufacture of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) for specific applications require the use of PFOA and related substances while industry works to transition away to safer alternatives.
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