PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a large family of thousands of synthetic (man-made) chemicals that have been widely used since the 1940s to make products resist heat, water, grease, and stains.
At a molecular level, they rely on an incredibly strong carbon-fluorine bond that nature cannot break down, meaning these chemicals build up permanently in the environment and our bodies.
Today, PFAS compounds are a major global focus for regulators and health officials alike, as widespread exposure to these persistent chemicals is linked to serious health risks and business.
At a molecular level, they rely on an incredibly strong carbon-fluorine bond that nature cannot break down, meaning these chemicals build up permanently in the environment and our bodies.
Today, PFAS compounds are a major global focus for regulators and health officials alike, as widespread exposure to these persistent chemicals is linked to serious health risks and business.
