PFNA in Drinking Water
PFAS (Forever Chemical)EPA Limit (MCL)
10 ng/L
EPA Goal (MCLG)
0 ng/L
Status
Regulated
Health Effects
PFNA (perfluorononanoic acid) is a long-chain PFAS linked to liver damage, kidney effects, developmental problems, and immune system suppression. It is one of the most persistent PFAS compounds in the human body.
How PFNA Gets Into Water
Used in the production of fluoropolymers and found near chemical manufacturing plants. Also present in some food packaging and textile treatments.
How to Remove PFNA
Reverse osmosis removes up to 99% of PFNA. Granular activated carbon and ion exchange are also effective treatment options.
Recommended: Reverse Osmosis (RO)
Reverse osmosis systems remove up to 99% of PFAS compounds. Recommended for homes with detected PFAS.
Up to 99% PFAS removal
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