Unpacking PFAS and the next generation of PFAS testing for food and beverage.
Unpacking PFAS and the next generation of PFAS testing for food and beverage. What are PFAS? PFAS (Per-and poly-fluoroalkyl substances) are a diverse group of thousands of chemicals used in hundreds of products, including cookware, firefighting substances, and packaging. PFAS can be found in water, soil, air, and food, often fro industrial sites, wastewater treatment plants, and household products. Why are PFAS problematic? PFAS are persistent in the environment, bioaccumulte in the food chain, and have been linked to adverse health effects such as cancer, liver damage, and immunie system impact. The topic and testing methods for PFAS are