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Perfluoropentane sulfonic acid PFPeS
PFPeS is a synthetic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS) used in industrial applications for its water, oil, and stain-resistant properties. It is persistent in the environment and resistant to degradation.
Tracked contaminantUpdated Feb 6, 2026
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
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Risks
Environmental persistence, bioaccumulation, potential toxicity, endocrine disruption, potential carcinogenicity, reproductive and developmental toxicity
Benefits
None