Forever Chemicals Found In 99% Of Bottled Water Samples

A study published in ACS ES&T Water found that 99% of bottled water samples contained PFAS compounds, also known as “forever chemicals.” Researchers analyzed 112 glass and plastic bottled water samples from 15 countries, and found that so-called “purer” water sources do not necessarily contain less PFAS contamination. There were, however, higher concentrations of these chemicals in Chinese tap water compared to UK tap water. “Our findings highlight the widespread presence of PFAS in drinking water,” study co-author Stuart Harrad said. “Either using a simple water filtration jug or boiling the water removes a substantial proportion of these substances.” (Study Finds)