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Perfluorinated Chemicals (PFAS)
Perfluorobutane sulfonate PFBS
PFBS is a short-chain perfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS) used as a surfactant and stain repellent. It is persistent in the environment and bioaccumulative with potential toxic effects. Not approved as a food ingredient; mainly a contaminant concern.
Tracked contaminantUpdated Aug 28, 2025
Health score-5.0
-5Very bad5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- 0.0009 ppm
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Environmental persistence, bioaccumulation, potential endocrine disruption, liver toxicity, immunotoxicity, developmental toxicity
Benefits
None