1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, N-[2-[(γ-ω-perfluoro-C4-20-alkyl)thio]acetyl] derivs., inner salts

Made for use as a specialized surfactant in coatings, textiles, metal finishing, and some firefighting foams; releases can occur during manufacturing, use, and disposal [2].

Drinking water near industrial sites, airports, or bases; house dust; some foods; and workplace exposures in fluorochemical or foam-use settings [1][2][3].

Some PFAS are linked to higher cholesterol, reduced vaccine response, liver effects, developmental impacts, and certain cancers (e.g., PFOA is carcinogenic to humans) [1][4][5].

Workers using PFAS or AFFF; people living near contaminated sites; pregnant people, infants, and bottle-fed babies using contaminated water [1][2].

If on a private well, test for PFAS; use certified activated carbon or reverse osmosis filters; follow local fish and water advisories; choose PFAS-free or avoid stain/water‑resistant treatments when possible; follow guidance for AFFF cleanup and disposal [2][3][6].