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WHAT ARE PFAS CONTAMINANTS?

But why should you care about PFAS in water? While scientists aren’t entirely sure what long-term harm these chemicals may cause to humans, their persistence in the environment is a major concern. PFAS take years to break down, and as a result, they're found in nearly everyone’s body. In fact, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has detected over 12 different PFAS in people's blood serum, pointing to widespread exposure across the country.

Having these chemicals in your system is unsettling, mainly because we don’t fully understand their long-term effects. That’s why filtering PFAS from your water is so crucial. It can reduce your exposure and help you feel safer and more confident when drinking from your tap.

WHY ARE PFAS A CONCERN?

In recent years, awareness and concern over PFAS have been growing, particularly regarding the potential health risks associated with exposure to these pollutants.

PFOA and PFOS, two common types of PFAS, are often referred to as “forever chemicals” because they don’t break down easily. This, along with their widespread use, means PFAS are found nearly everywhere in the environment. They've been detected in the blood of both humans and animals, and at low levels, in various food products.

According to the CDC’s Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, studies have linked exposure to certain PFAS to harmful health effects in both humans and animals.

WHERE DO PFAS COME FROM?

Pretty much any product designed to be water-resistant contains PFAS. According to the EPA, common items that may contain these chemicals include firefighting foam, non-stick cookware, pizza boxes, fast food wrappers, cleaning products, polishes, cosmetics, shoes, and clothing.

So, how do PFAS end up in our water? Major sources of contamination include illegal dumping by manufacturers into water supplies. PFAS can also leach into groundwater from landfills that contain these chemicals. Additionally, when products with PFAS are incinerated, the chemicals can be released into the environment.

HOW TO REDUCE PFOA/PFOS IN DRINKING WATER

Filtration is one of the most effective ways to reduce PFAS levels in your water. For reliable results, Pentair offers affordable water filtration systems that are certified to remove up to 98% of PFOS and PFOA from drinking water when used as directed. With Pentair, eliminating PFAS from your water has never been simpler.