Poly[oxy(methyl-1,2-ethanediyl)], α-[2-[ethyl[(pentadecafluoroheptyl)sulfonyl]amino]ethyl]-ω-hydroxy-

Made for stain-, water-, and oil‑repellent products (e.g., floor polishes, paints, textiles, paper); can break down to other PFAS in the environment [1][2].

Drinking water near PFAS sources; indoor dust from treated carpets/fabrics; workplace exposures; some firefighting foams and industrial uses [1][2].

PFAS are very persistent; some related PFAS are linked to higher cholesterol, reduced vaccine response, developmental and liver effects; PFOA (a related PFAS) is carcinogenic to humans [1][4][5].

Workers handling PFAS or AFFF; communities with contaminated water; pregnant people, infants, and young children due to greater vulnerability and dust ingestion [1][2].

Choose PFAS‑free products; skip optional stain‑resistant treatments; HEPA vacuum and wet‑mop; use certified activated carbon or reverse‑osmosis filters; follow local water advisories; wash hands before eating, especially for kids [2][3].