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Perfluorinated Chemicals (PFAS)
Perfluoroheptanoic acid (PFHpA)
A perfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS) used in industrial applications and manufacturing with persistent environmental and biological presence. Not a food ingredient; exposure mainly via environmental contamination. Known for bioaccumulation and potential toxicity.
Tracked contaminantUpdated Feb 6, 2024
Health score-5.0
-5Very bad5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- 1 ppt
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Persistent in environment, bioaccumulative, potential endocrine disruption, developmental toxicity, carcinogenicity concerns, immunotoxicity
Benefits
None