PFAS in food: regulations, analytical challenges and case studies

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl bstances (PFAS) are persistent environmental contaminants that accumulate in food and pose growing concerns for regulators, laboratories and consumers. In response, the European Commission has introduced stringent recommendations and regulations, including (EU) 2022/1431 and (EU) 2023/915, which define limits and monitoring requirements for PFAS in food, particularly animal-origin products and infant foods.

Analysing PFAS in food is scientifically demanding. Complex matrices, the diversity of PFAS structures and strict LOQ requirements create significant analytical challenges. From fruits and vegetables to fish and baby food, laboratories face issues such as matrix effects, contamination risks and separation of branched versus linear isomers. Eggs in particular represent a challenging case study due to their dense protein and fat content, yet are increasingly tested for PFAS exposure linked to environmental and dietary factors.

This webinar will provide essential regulatory context, discuss critical analytical obstacles and share practical insights into achieving accurate, robust results across diverse food types. Case studies will highlight sensitivity requirements, method performance and analysis results, illustrating the complexities of PFAS testing and the innovations helping laboratories succeed.

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