2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, hexadecyl ester, polymers with 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate, γ-ω-perfluoro-C10-16-alkyl acrylate and stearyl methacrylate

Textile and paper finishes, carpet/furniture protectors, outdoor gear coatings; production and application sites [2].

Indoor dust from treated items, use of spray protectors, and contaminated drinking water or food near manufacturing or disposal sites [1][2].

Certain PFAS are linked to higher cholesterol, reduced vaccine response, liver and thyroid effects, pregnancy‑induced hypertension; PFOA causes cancer in humans [1][3][4]. These polymers can contain or break down into such PFAS [5].

Workers in fluorochemical or textile finishing plants; households with many stain‑resistant textiles/carpets; people near facilities or with PFAS‑contaminated water; pregnant people and infants [1][2].

Limit stain‑resistant or “fluoro/perfluoro/PTFE” products and sprays; ventilate and use gloves/masks if applying; wet‑mop and HEPA‑vacuum to cut dust; check your water report and use certified PFAS filters; follow local fish/wildlife advisories [1][2].