AFFF Firefighting Foam
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PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in AFFF firefighting foam are linked to kidney cancer, testicular cancer, thyroid disease, and liver damage. Firefighters and military personnel with occupational exposure face highest risk. EPA has set near-zero MCLs for PFOA and PFOS in drinking water. 3M internal documents show knowledge of PFAS toxicity dating to the 1970s.
Defendants
| Entity | Role | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3M Company | Manufacturer | Primary AFFF and PFAS manufacturer — $10.3B settlement (water districts) |
| DuPont de Nemours | Manufacturer | PFAS chemical manufacturer — GenX and PFOA |
| Chemours Company | Manufacturer | DuPont spin-off — inherited PFAS liabilities |
| Tyco Fire Products | Manufacturer | AFFF foam producer — Johnson Controls subsidiary |
| Kidde-Fenwal / UTC | Manufacturer | Fire suppression systems with AFFF |
Litigation Timeline
Intelligence Signals
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AFFF Lawsuit | Firefighting Foam June 2026 Settlement Update Lawsuit Information Center
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Cai X et al.. Environmental toxicology and chemistry. 2026 May 19.
Zheng C et al.. Journal of environmental management. 2026 May 19.
Xu Z et al.. Journal of hazardous materials. 2026 May 17.
Obanya HE et al.. Marine environmental research. 2026 May 19.
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Zhang J et al.. Environmental research. 2026 May 14.
Shi Z et al.. Environmental science & technology. 2026 May 15.
Park S et al.. International journal of hygiene and environmental health. 2026 May 14.
PFAS Water Contamination Lawsuit Settlement | 2026 Sokolove Law
Zheng W et al.. Journal of environmental quality. 2026 May-Jun.
Key Facts
- Status
- active
Geographic Exposure
Eligibility Criteria
- ✓Firefighter or military personnel exposed to AFFF foam
- ✓Resident near contaminated military base or fire training facility
- ✓Diagnosed with kidney cancer, testicular cancer, thyroid disease, or liver damage
- ✓Exposure to PFAS-contaminated drinking water