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Perfluoroheptane sulfonic acid PFHpS
A perfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS), used in industrial applications for its stain-resistant and water-repellent properties. It is persistent in the environment and bioaccumulative. Not a food ingredient; relevant for material contamination assessment and environmental health.
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
- Not specified
Risks
Environmental persistence, bioaccumulation, potential endocrine disruption, toxicity, immune system effects, carcinogenic potential
Benefits
None