Sep 10, 2025 · Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large, complex group of synthetic chemicals that have been used in consumer products around the world since about the 1950s. They …

Jul 4, 2020 · Intro PFAS Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large class of thousands of synthetic chemicals that are used throughout society. However, they are increasingly detected as …

Mar 3, 2026 · PFAS are known for their resistance to heat, water and chemicals, which makes them useful in many products. They can be used, for example, in batteries, lubricants, non-stick cookware, …

Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) These widespread, manmade chemicals have leached into our soil, air, and water. More research is needed to understand if and how they cause …

Sep 10, 2025 · Endocrine disruptors are natural or man-made chemicals that may mimic or interfere with the body’s hormones, known as the endocrine system. These chemicals are linked with many health …

NIEHS is supporting an aggressive program of research on human exposure to per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) chemicals and the potential for PFAS exposure to cause harm to children’s …

Understanding POPs Persistent organic pollutants (POPs) are organic substances that persist in the environment, accumulate in living organisms and pose a risk to our health and the environment. …

Sep 10, 2025 · Bisphenol A (BPA) is a chemical produced in large quantities for use primarily in the production of polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins. NIEHS and NTP support research to better …

Nov 20, 2024 · The basis for the proposed restriction is the fact that PFAS and their degradation products may persist in the environment for a very long period, longer than any other man-made …

The European Chemicals Agency’s (ECHA) Committee for Socio-Economic Analysis (SEAC) has agreed its draft opinion on the universal restriction proposal on all per- and polyfluoroalkyl …