New ASTM Standard Published for Sampling and Testing Synthetic Turf for PFAS

Developed through the consensus-based process of ASTM International, this industry-wide standard provides greater clarity and confidence for communities that want to continue enjoying the durability, safety, and water-saving benefits of synthetic turf, knowing there are no intentionally added PFAS in their products.

“While STC members committed to no longer using intentionally added PFAS in 2024, this standard provides manufacturers, specifiers, laboratories, end-users, and regulators with a defined framework for how turf samples should be collected and analyzed,” said Melanie Taylor, CAE, President and CEO of the Synthetic Turf Council (STC). “It reflects a collaborative effort among stakeholders to establish clear, science-based practices that support transparency and accountability.”

ASTM F3782-26 focuses specifically on synthetic turf fiber and backing materials, providing a more precise and relevant framework for evaluation.

PFAS are widely present in the environment and can be detected in many outdoor products due to environmental exposure, making background detections difficult to distinguish. However, the synthetic turf industry remains focused on what it can control: ensuring PFAS are not intentionally added during the production process. F3782-26 specifies that the turf or fiber must be sampled at the manufacturing location and is not to be used for turf after it is shipped to a customer or job site.

ASTM F3782-26 is now available through ASTM International. STC stands ready to work with communities to explain the standard, provide guidance on testing and procurement, and offer resources to help implement it effectively.

About ASTM International

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About Synthetic Turf Council (STC)

The Synthetic Turf Council (STC) is a 501(c)6 non-profit trade association serving the synthetic turf industry. Its mission is to lead, educate and advocate for the synthetic turf industry.

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