PFAS

PFAS: Contaminants of Emerging Concern

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PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are persistent synthetic compounds. They are used in a variety of industrial and consumer product applications including non-stick cookware, firefighting foams, fast food packaging, and pesticides due to their resistance to heat, water, and oil. The presence of PFAS in source water and drinking water is of increasing concern to water professionals due to their widespread use and environmental persistence. Continued exposure to high levels of specific PFAS can lead to adverse health effects.

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