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Safe alternatives to products containing Perfluorinated Compounds (PFAS)

Perfluorinated Compounds (PFAS) is banned in European Union (broadly restricting PFAS in food contact materials since 2020; EU-wide PFAS restriction proposal under REACH), Denmark (banned PFAS in all food packaging 2020) but still found in many US foods. Here are clean swaps.

🚫 Banned in European Union (broadly restricting PFAS in food contact materials since 2020; EU-wide PFAS restriction proposal under REACH)🚫 Banned in Denmark (banned PFAS in all food packaging 2020)

Learn more about Perfluorinated Compounds (PFAS)

See all countries where it's banned, the science behind the concerns, and which US products contain it.

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Frequently asked questions

What foods contain Perfluorinated Compounds (PFAS)?+
Perfluorinated Compounds (PFAS) is found in many processed US foods including snacks, cereals, beverages, and condiments.
Is Perfluorinated Compounds (PFAS) banned in the US?+
Perfluorinated Compounds (PFAS) is banned or restricted in European Union (broadly restricting PFAS in food contact materials since 2020; EU-wide PFAS restriction proposal under REACH), Denmark (banned PFAS in all food packaging 2020) but is currently permitted in the US by the FDA.
How can I avoid Perfluorinated Compounds (PFAS)?+
Look for products labeled "certified organic," "no artificial colors," or certified by Non-GMO Project. The brands listed above are clean swaps. You can also use BannedPantry's barcode scanner to check any product instantly.
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