Perfluorononanoic acid (PFNA)
Veiola Water Idaho
Perfluorononanoic acid, otherwise known as PFNA or C9, is a PFC similar in function and use to PFOA. These chemicals were used in the production of non-stick, stain repellent and chemically inert coatings. Click here to read more about perfluorinated chemicals.
Samples
Samples exceeding legal limit (MCL)
Samples exceeding
health guidelines
Testing results - average by year
| Year | Average result | Samples taken | Detections | Range of results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
| 2015 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
| 2016 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
| 2017 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
| 2018 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
| 2019 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
| 2020 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
| 2021 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
| 2022 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
| 2023 | ND | 22 | 0 | ND |
| 2024 | ND | 2 | 0 | ND |
ppt = parts per trillion
State, National, and Health Guidelines for Drinking Water
EWG Health Guideline: 0.006 ppt
The EWG Health Guideline of 6 ppt for perfluorononanoic acid was defined by EPA recommended application of the toxicity value for PFDA published in the Integrated Risk Information System’s toxicological review . This health guideline harm to the immune system and harm to fetal growth and child development.
EPA Maximum Contaminant
Level (MCL): 10 ppt
ppt = parts per trillion
All test results
| Date | Lab ID | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-05-15 | 35800059001SE1 | ND |
| 2023-05-15 | 35800059003SE1 | ND |
| 2023-05-15 | 35800065003SE1 | ND |
| 2023-05-15 | 35800059005SE1 | ND |
| 2023-05-15 | 35800059007SE1 | ND |
| 2023-05-15 | 35799977001SE1 | ND |
| 2023-05-15 | 35800065001SE1 | ND |
| 2023-05-15 | 35799977003SE1 | ND |
| 2023-05-15 | 35799977005SE1 | ND |
| 2023-06-13 | 35806336001SE1 | ND |
| 2023-08-07 | 35818767003SE2 | ND |
| 2023-08-07 | 35818767001SE2 | ND |
| 2023-10-25 | 35837183015SE2 | ND |
| 2023-10-25 | 35837183013SE2 | ND |
| 2023-10-25 | 35837183011SE2 | ND |
| 2023-10-25 | 35837183009SE2 | ND |
| 2023-10-25 | 35837183007SE2 | ND |
| 2023-10-25 | 35837183005SE2 | ND |
| 2023-10-25 | 35837183003SE2 | ND |
| 2023-10-25 | 35837183001SE2 | ND |
| 2023-11-15 | 35842203001SE3 | ND |
| 2023-11-15 | 35842203003SE3 | ND |
| 2024-02-26 | 35862965001SE4 | ND |
| 2024-02-26 | 35862965003SE4 | ND |