The never ending alarmism and hysteria about PFAS! This one is disseminated by the Royal Society of Chemistry! Shame on them!
Alert: Plastophobia is a serious disorder. Please seek immediate medical help! (Caution: satire)
What about all the benefits of plastics in our lives? What are the substitutes?
"There are elevated levels of leachable per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in several smartwatch wristbands, US researchers have shown. Fluoropolymers are often employed in such products owing to their oil-and water-repelling properties. The research suggests that some bands contain significant residues of perfluorohexanoic acid (PFHxA) – used as a surfactant during manufacturing – providing an opportunity for skin exposure. ..."
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