Chemours, DuPont, Corteva Settle PFAS Litigation in North Carolina

Chemours, DuPont, and Corteva have reached an agreement to resolve litigation brought by the State of North Carolina and 11 local entities concerning per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The claims relate to historical discharges from the Fayetteville Works site and other sources, including the use of aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF).

The litigation focused on widespread PFAS contamination in North Carolina's environment. Specific terms of the settlement have not been disclosed, but it is expected to address long-standing environmental and public health concerns within the state.

The agreement aims to facilitate environmental remediation and establish a framework for addressing the companies' responsibility for historical emissions. PFAS chemicals have been widely used in industrial and consumer products, and their persistence in the environment has led to significant global health and ecological issues.

The companies' respective contributions to the settlement and its conditions will be further detailed. This resolution is part of ongoing efforts across the United States to address legal and environmental challenges associated with PFAS contamination.