Tag: Pfas in food

According to a 2024 PAN UK study, only about two percent of apples tested showed detectable PFAS residue, a stark contrast to strawberries, where residues were found in 95 percent of samples. This raises a key question for consumers: do apples have PFAS, and if so, how concerned should we be?

A 2024 Consumer Reports study found that PFOS and PFOA were detected in a number of milk samples, indicating that PFAS can enter the dairy supply. This raises the important question: is there PFAS in cheese, a product derived from milk?

According to FDA testing in 2022, certain samples of canned clams from China contained elevated levels of PFOA, a type of PFAS, prompting recalls. Beyond this specific concern, are canned clams okay to eat, and what are their nutritional benefits?