About Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of synthetic chemicals characterized by strong carbon-fluorine bonds, making them highly persistent in the environment and human body. Used in various industrial and consumer products for their water and oil resistance, they pose significant health risks due to bioaccumulation and potential toxicity. Regulatory efforts are increasing to control PFAS contamination.
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Compare All Forms
Compare different forms of Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances by bioavailability, conversion rates, and active ingredient content:
| Form | Tier | Steps |
Elemental Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (mg) |
Bioavailability | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) | Tier 3 | 3 | — | Basic/low bioavailability form. Cheap raw material with poor absorption or high GI distress. Often poorly utilized by the body, requires 3+ conversion steps. | View → |