The attention of analytical companies and legislators is moving from the ‘traditional’ pollutants to a new group of “emerging” environmental contaminants. They are increasingly of concern due to their widespread occurrence, their potential toxicity to mammals or other biota and their ability to persist in the environment, often resulting in bioaccumulation.
In this whitepaper we will explore the potential concerns surrounding Per and polyfluorinated alkaline substances (PFAS), testing methods, regulations, and lessons from the LGC laboratory.