#PFAS are a group of synthetic #chemicals that are seemingly inescapable, as they're found in many common items from non-stick pans to clothing, #food #packaging, and personal care #products. During an analysis of #biosolids or sewage sludge, a #byproduct of the #wastewater treatment process, researchers at the #University of #Florida noticed concentrations of 6,2-dipap, one type of PFA-SE. For one, PFAS can help produce a fluffy and silky texture to toilet paper. The discovery of PFAS in #toiletpaper highlights the need for greater regulation and oversight of chemicals used in everyday products.

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