In the 1960s, 3M helped the U.S. Navy to develop life-saving firefighting foams known as aqueous film forming foam (AFFF) that used fluorochemistries. This was an important and life-saving tool that helped combat dangerous fires, like those caused by jet fuel.

3M continuously researches new and better ways to serve our customers. In some important settings including national security, aerospace and semiconductor manufacturing, PFAS are critical for their unique properties.

Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) was created to address life-threatening challenges facing the military in live combat missions and training exercises. AFFF became widely used within all branches of the military, and 3M and other manufacturers made AFFF to …

Jan 28, 2025 · 3M’s products, including those containing PFAS, are safe and effective for their intended uses in everyday life. 3M has announced it will exit per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS) manufacturing and work to discontinue the use …

Sep 9, 2019 · Ensuring Appropriate Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Disposal: 3M ceased producing and selling AFFF (Aqueous Film-Forming Foam) more than a decade ago. 3M will continue to work with its former customers to ensure that unused 3M AFFF containing PFOS is properly handled. When appropriate, 3M will take back that product from customers for safe ...

In de jaren zestig hielp 3M de Amerikaanse marine om levensreddend brandbestrijdingsschuim te ontwikkelen dat bekend staat als waterig filmvormend schuim (AFFF). Dit maakte gebruik van fluorverbindingen.

At 3M, we use science to help solve some of the world’s biggest challenges. We know scientists and researchers across the country are trying to solve similar problems, too. That’s why we’re working to help them. Below is a form to request free samples of PFAS mixtures from 3M.

3M to share record on PFAS with House Oversight Subcommittee 3M is announcing a series of company initiatives and actions related to PFAS substances, demonstrating the company’s longstanding commitment to environmental stewardship.

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Dans les années 1960, 3M a aidé la marine américaine à développer des mousses anti-incendie connues sous le nom de mousse à film aqueux (AFFF) qui utilisaient des produits fluorés. Il s’agissait d’un outil important et salvateur qui permettait de lutter contre les incendies dangereux, comme ceux causés par le kérosène.