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Perfluorobutane sulfonate PFBS

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