Wondering what to do about “Forever Chemicals”?
PFAS stands for Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances.
This represents a large family of man-made chemicals that include: PFOS and PFOA.
These compounds are commonly found in drinking water supplies. PFAS can be present in both private and public wells and have been linked with the development of numerous cancers.
As a man-made chemical with an ultra-long lifespan, it takes a long time for this compound to break apart or decompose—we’re talking millions of years! This unfortunately means that PFAS stays in our bodies after we ingest it via water or food.
According to the EPA, traces of PFAS in your drinking water can lead to health risks, including cancer, liver effects, immune effects, and other serious health issues, especially for infants who are still developing.
EPA safety limits for PFAS/ PFOA are as small as 4 parts per trillion. Only a lab test can determine the presence of PFAS in your water.
There are many areas in both Minnesota and Wisconsin confirmed to contain PFAs in their drinking water. What’s worse, PFAS are known to migrate through groundwater.
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PFAS is a grouping of man-made chemicals, and of its many components, the two most studied are PFOS and PFOA. These chemicals were widely used in the manufacturing of popular household and packaging products in the United States, including furniture fabrics, paper, food packaging, carpets, and non-stick cookware (EPA).
Because these chemicals were not properly disposed of in their heyday, they seeped into groundwater, contaminating nearby well water and wildlife.
PFAS not only affects the quality of our drinking water and health, but it can also contaminate fish and other wildlife in our region. The only way to test for PFAS is to request lab testing in your nearby area.
The current nationally recommended level of PFOS and PFOA is 4 parts per trillion (ppt). But in the state of Minnesota, this number is much less:
Yes! Kinetico was among the first water conditioning brands to have its products certified by the NSF for PFAS removal. And as a certified Kinetico dealer, we can help you install an advanced filtration system in your home that safely removes chemicals like PFAS, as well as other man-made and natural compounds.
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