The risks, regulations, and impacts of PFAS on food safety

29 Jun 2026

This infographic provides an overview of the risks, regulations, and testing requirements associated with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the global food supply chain. It highlights potential contamination sources, including water, soil, air, livestock, and produce, and examines the regulatory approaches being adopted across the European Union, United States, and China to manage food safety risks.

The resource also outlines key responsibilities for food manufacturers, suppliers, and testing laboratories, including routine PFAS monitoring, supply chain traceability, regulatory compliance, and contamination prevention. In addition, it highlights analytical testing solutions designed to support accurate PFAS detection across a wide range of food matrices.

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  • Resource type: Infographic
  • Page count: 1
  • Read time: 2 mins

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Sample PreparationSample preparation can improve the quality and speed of separation techniques. Products to assist sample preparation include filtration equipment, evaporators, membranes and sieves.PFASFood TestingFood testing refers to a variety experiments including PCR, mass spectrometry, processing, QuEChERS, analyzing and Kjeldahl.Food SafetyFood safety describes the prevention of food-borne illnesses. Contamination with a variety of pathogens can be prevented with adequate temperature control, hygiene and labeling. Food samples can be tested using GC/MS, HPLC, SPE, and qPCR to ensure their adherence to regulations.