Maine Led the Way. Now the Whole Map Is Changing.

Infographic map of the United States titled 'US State PFAS Packaging Map for 2026' showing which states have PFAS packaging bans or laws: green = already enforcing, light green = going in 2026, orange = coming in 2027+, yellow = active legislation; California, New York, Maine highlighted; icons show packaging types.

On May 25, 2026, Maine will enforce a ban on PFAS in nine categories of plant-fiber food contact packaging. If your paperboard trays, molded pulp containers, paper wraps, or fiber-based bowls contain intentionally added PFAS above incidental presence, they cannot legally be sold in Maine after that date. But here is the part most food […]