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Perfluorinated Chemicals (PFAS)
Perfluorobutanoic Acid / PFBA
PFBA is a short-chain perfluoroalkyl acid used industrially for its water and stain-resistant properties. It is persistent in the environment and bioaccumulative to a lesser extent than long-chain PFAS. PFBA is not a food ingredient but a material contaminant of concern due to environmental and human health impacts. It is not approved for ingestion and exposure primarily occurs via contaminated water or products.
Tracked contaminantUpdated Apr 24, 2024
Health score-5.0
-5Very bad5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Environmental persistence, bioaccumulation, potential endocrine disruption, liver toxicity, thyroid disruption, developmental toxicity
Benefits
None