Perfluorooctanesulfonamide (PFOSA)
Adams Waterworks
Perfluorooctanesulfonamide (PFOSA) is a member of a class of chemicals called per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances or PFAS. These chemicals were used in the production of non-stick, stain repellent and chemically inert coatings. Click here to read more about perfluorinated chemicals.
2
Samples
0
Samples exceeding legal limit (MCL)
0
Samples exceeding
health guidelines
Testing results - average by year
| Year | Average result | Samples taken | Detections | Range of results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | ND | 2 | 0 | ND |
| 2023 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
ppt = parts per trillion
State, National, and Health Guidelines for Drinking Water
EWG Health Guideline: 0.3 ppt
The EWG Health Guideline of 0.3 ppt for perfluorooctanesulfonamide (PFOSA) was defined by EPA's final toxicity value for PFOS from the Office of Water’s Final Human Health Toxicity Assessment. This health guideline protects against cardiovascular harm and harm to fetal growth.
ppt = parts per trillion
All test results
| Date | Lab ID | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-05-09 | 618657001 | ND |
| 2022-06-27 | 627501001 | ND |