February 13th News According to the latest announcement from the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), its Socio-Economic Analysis Committee (SEAC) plans to complete the assessment of the draft restriction proposal for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) by March 2026. Following this, a new round of public consultation lasting 60 days will be initiated immediately. Chempricehub Analysis of Fluorite Ore, Bull-Bear Score: -1.5 The European Chemicals Agency's (ECHA) assessment of the restriction proposal for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) may lead to a decline in the demand for fluorine chemicals, thereby reducing the demand for fluorite ore as a raw material. Market expectations of negative sentiment are intensifying, putting pressure on spot prices. A score of -1.5 indicates moderate bearishness, as the proposal has not yet been finalized, but the assessment process has heightened concerns about reduced demand. Fluorite, Bull-Bear Score: -1.5 If the PFAS restriction proposal assessment is passed, it will suppress the demand for fluorite in the fluorine chemical industry, increasing the risk of oversupply in the spot market. The market is sensitive to European policies, and short-term prices may decline. A score of -1.5 reflects general bearishness, as uncertainties remain during the public consultation phase, but the potential demand contraction has already created pressure.