[Technical Column] Adsorbents for the Removal of Organic Fluorine Compounds (PFAS)

Developed artificially in the 1940s! Widely used in industrial applications and consumer products.

PFAS refers to a group of compounds known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. They were not originally found in nature but were artificially developed in the 1940s. These substances demonstrate stability, such as heat resistance, water repellency, oil repellency, and flame retardancy, which has led to their widespread use in industrial applications like foam fire extinguishers at airports and military facilities, cooling solvents used in semiconductor manufacturing, and metal plating solutions, as well as in consumer products like non-stick frying pan coatings, water-repellent outdoor gear, and food packaging. They repel water and oil, are resistant to heat and chemicals, and do not absorb light. Because they are difficult to break down in the natural environment and tend to accumulate, they are referred to as "forever chemicals." *For more details, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for more information.*

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