Despite the textile industry’s limited use of PFAS materials, future regulation may impact producers of performance fabrics. Given the wide array of end uses for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), producers of performance fabrics, including personal protective equipment (PPE) gowns with superior blood repellency, workwear with oily stain release properties, and high-use upholstery needing resistance to oily foods and stains, might thinkthe press’ portrayal of the textile industry misses the mark.