According to the issued press release, the International Ski Federation is ready to implement the ban on fluorinated waxes starting from the 2022/2023 winter season. The rules regarding the fluor wax ban will be defined at the next FIS Congress at the end of May.

FIS Council – Fluorinated Wax Ban Update

 “It was reported that after comprehensive testing, FIS is prepared to fully enforce the Fluorinated Wax ban at the start of the 2022-2023 winter season. Working with Bruker, a leading manufacturer of high-performance scientific instruments and maintaining a close collaboration with the International Biathlon Union (IBU) through a joint working group, an effective testing method using the Alpha II device was developed. The device provides reliable testing to ensure fluor-free competitions, which will help guarantee fair competitions and a level playing field. The rules regarding the fluor wax ban will be defined at the upcoming FIS Congress, which will then be implemented at the start of the winter 2022-23 season.”