Fighting Fibers Act of 2025 mandates microfiber filtration systems in new washing machines sold in the U.S.

The Fighting Fibers Act of 2025 requires all new washing machines sold in the United States to include a microfiber filtration system starting January 1, 2030. These systems must have a mesh size of no more than 100 micrometers or meet an alternative standard determined by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Secretary of Energy. The Act also mandates that these washing machines bear a label informing consumers about the filtration system.

Fighting Fibers Act of 2025 mandates microfiber filtration systems in new washing machines sold in the U.S.

The Fighting Fibers Act of 2025 requires all new washing machines sold in the United States to include a microfiber filtration system starting January 1, 2030. These systems must have a mesh size of no more than 100 micrometers or meet an alternative standard determined by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Secretary of Energy. The Act also mandates that these washing machines bear a label informing consumers about the filtration system.