PFAS

Researchers investigated if per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) can permeate polyethylene (PE) and polyvinyl chloride (PVC) water pipes.

With over 700 PFAS features identified and 81 previously unknown compounds, machine learning reveals the scale of global contamination.

Researchers have found a link between seasonal atmospheric photochemistry and the formation of certain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

As concerns over environmental and health risks grow, the aviation industry is taking crucial steps. It is replacing hazardous firefighting foams with safer, fluorine-free alternatives.

Targeted analysis is rapidly evolving and will be essential for precisely detecting and quantifying specific PFAS compounds.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has studied PFAS usage in food applications, tracking its presence, migration potential, and industry phase-outs.

The Environment Directorate Chemicals and Biotechnology Committee from the OECD prepared a document that may help specialized and non-specialized populations understand PFAS terminology.

Researchers are refining non-traditional approaches to removing “forever chemicals” from water.

Dr. Prithu Mukhopadhyay, the SPE Journal of Vinyl & Additive Technology editor, discusses key aspects of PFAS, future regulations, and potential developments.

The global push to replace PFAS-based fabric treatments has driven significant research into safer, more sustainable liquid-repellent coatings.