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4 days ago
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This PFA is for you: Surprising amount of ‘forever chemicals' found in some American beers, study finds
Beer drinkers should pay attention the next time they imbibe, as they may be consuming more than just alcohol, according to a new study from the American Chemical Society. It reports that some U.S. beers contain higher than the Environmental Protection Agency's maximum safe levels of polyfluoroalkyl substances, which have come to be known as "forever chemicals" due to the fact that they don't naturally break down or pass through the body. Other recent reports have found PFAS are present in drinking water across the globe, and the study's author decided to see if those same chemicals were making their way into beer. "As an occasional beer drinker myself, I wondered whether PFAS in water supplies were making their way into our pints. I hope these findings inspire water treatment strategies and policies that help reduce the likelihood of PFAS in future pours," wrote lead researcher Jennifer Hoponick Redmon. Breweries do use water filtration and treatment systems to ensure only quality water is being used in their brews, but those systems don't typically block PFAS from entering into the system. Redmon and her team modified an EPA testing tool analyzing PFAS in drinking water and used it to test 23 U.S. beers. They selected beers from areas where water-system contamination has already been documented, as well as beers from areas with unknown water systems. According to the study's findings, some breweries in North Carolina, California, and Michigan had elevated levels of PFAS in their beers. In 95 percent of the beer tested, PFAS with perfluorooctanesulfonate and perfluorooctanoic acid — both forever chemicals — were present. Beers from outside the U.S. were also tested. One beer from Holland and two from Mexico were tested, and were found to be less likely to contain PFAS. "Our findings indicate a strong link between PFAS in drinking water and beer, with beers brewed in areas with higher PFAS in local drinking water translating to higher levels of PFAS in beer, showing that drinking water is a primary route of PFAS contamination in beer," the research team determined. Last fall, researchers from the University of Birmingham, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, and Hainan University, Haikou, published a study that found that forever chemicals were present in water across the world. PFAS can accumulate in the bodies of living organisms and have been linked to severe health conditions. They are used in different products like pesticides, non-stick cookware, food packaging and cosmetics, and can enter wastewater through many day-to-day activities. Government regulation has banned some, while the use of others is still widespread, with their toxic effects yet to be fully investigated. They also revealed a wide range of PFAS contamination for target PFAS, beginning at 63 percent of bottled waters tested.
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4 days ago
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- The Independent
This PFA is for you: Surprising amount of ‘forever chemicals' found in some American beers, study finds
Beer drinkers should pay attention the next time they imbibe, as they may be consuming more than just alcohol, according to a new study from the American Chemical Society. It reports that some U.S. beers contain higher than the Environmental Protection Agency's maximum safe levels of polyfluoroalkyl substances, which have come to be known as " forever chemicals" due to the fact that they don't naturally break down or pass through the body. Other recent reports have found PFAS are present in drinking water across the globe, and the study's author decided to see if those same chemicals were making their way into beer. "As an occasional beer drinker myself, I wondered whether PFAS in water supplies were making their way into our pints. I hope these findings inspire water treatment strategies and policies that help reduce the likelihood of PFAS in future pours," wrote lead researcher Jennifer Hoponick Redmon. Breweries do use water filtration and treatment systems to ensure only quality water is being used in their brews, but those systems don't typically block PFAS from entering into the system. Redmon and her team modified an EPA testing tool analyzing PFAS in drinking water and used it to test 23 U.S. beers. They selected beers from areas where water-system contamination has already been documented, as well as beers from areas with unknown water systems. According to the study's findings, some breweries in North Carolina, California, and Michigan had elevated levels of PFAS in their beers. In 95 percent of the beer tested, PFAS with perfluorooctanesulfonate and perfluorooctanoic acid — both forever chemicals — were present. Beers from outside the U.S. were also tested. One beer from Holland and two from Mexico were tested, and were found to be less likely to contain PFAS. "Our findings indicate a strong link between PFAS in drinking water and beer, with beers brewed in areas with higher PFAS in local drinking water translating to higher levels of PFAS in beer, showing that drinking water is a primary route of PFAS contamination in beer," the research team determined. Last fall, researchers from the University of Birmingham, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, and Hainan University, Haikou, published a study that found that forever chemicals were present in water across the world. PFAS can accumulate in the bodies of living organisms and have been linked to severe health conditions. They are used in different products like pesticides, non-stick cookware, food packaging and cosmetics, and can enter wastewater through many day-to-day activities. Government regulation has banned some, while the use of others is still widespread, with their toxic effects yet to be fully investigated. They also revealed a wide range of PFAS contamination for target PFAS, beginning at 63 percent of bottled waters tested.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
The Latest Unlikely Source of 'Forever Chemicals' Is a Memorial Day Menu Staple
"Forever chemicals," or synthetic compounds that have been linked to cancer and other health problems, have now been found in beer Researchers with the American Chemical Society found in a new study that beer brewed in regions of the U.S. with forever chemicals in their tap water had the highest concentration of such chemicals "I hope these findings inspire water treatment strategies and policies that help reduce the likelihood of PFAS in future pours," research lead Jennifer Hoponick Redmon saidThe synthetic compounds known as "forever chemicals" that have been linked to cancer and other health problems have been found in a popular beverage — and researchers believe these compounds make their way in through drinking water. A new study from the American Chemical Society published in the journal Environmental Science & Technology has found forever chemicals, or PFAS, have been found in beers from several regions around the U.S. According to a press release from researchers, it was previously proven that forever chemicals are present in hundreds of tap water systems around the country. This new study found that "beers produced in parts of the country with known PFAS-contaminated water sources showed the highest levels of forever chemicals." Research lead Jennifer Hoponick Redmon said in the release, "As an occasional beer drinker myself, I wondered whether PFAS in water supplies was making its way into our pints." Beer is made of about 90% water, and the rest is malt from grains such as barley, hops and yeast. The study found that almost two gallons of water are sometimes used to produce just one quart of beer. Although breweries usually have a water filtration system in place their tap water, "they are not necessarily effective at removing [forever chemicals]," and during production, tap water can potentially introduce "contaminants." To conduct the study, Hoponick Redmon and her colleagues tested 23 beers, some produced by "U.S. brewers in areas with documented water system contamination, plus popular domestic and international beers from larger companies with unknown water sources." Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Forever chemicals were found in 95% of the beers they tested. The Environmental Protection Agency recently updated regulations for such chemicals — including perfluorooctanesulfonate (PFOS) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) — when they extended deadlines to reduce the amount of PFOS and PFOA in Americans' tap water earlier this month. Although the study didn't name specific brands of beer, researchers found that beers brewed near Cape Fear River Basin in North Carolina had the highest levels and largest mix of forever chemicals. Beer from St. Louis County, Mo. also had large amounts of PFAS present. is now available in the Apple App Store! Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! According to Hoponick Redmon, this strong correlation between forever chemicals in tap water and locally-brewed beer has not yet been studied in U.S. retail beer. Researchers now hope that this data can spread awareness to beer companies, and that regulators will step in and try to limit consumers' exposure to forever chemicals. The study also highlights the "possible need for water treatment upgrades at brewing facilities," as well as updates to tap water treatment centers. "I hope these findings inspire water treatment strategies and policies that help reduce the likelihood of PFAS in future pours," Hoponick Redmon added. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
22-05-2025
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Beer is the latest source of hazardous PFAS, or ‘forever chemicals,' according to worried scientists
'Forever chemicals,' or PFAS—the group of more than 9,000 potentially hazardous synthetic compounds linked to cancer and other health problems—have been found lurking in everything from non-stick pans and candy to butter and processed meats. Oh—and in about half of tap water systems nationwide. So why should your favorite brewski be immune? After testing beers brewed in different areas of the country, researchers with the American Chemical Society have discovered the highest levels of polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in those from regions with known PFAS-contaminated water sources. The results have been published in the journal Environmental Science & Technology. 'As an occasional beer drinker myself, I wondered whether PFAS in water supplies was making its way into our pints,' research lead Jennifer Hoponick Redmon said in a news release. 'I hope these findings inspire water treatment strategies and policies that help reduce the likelihood of PFAS in future pours.' Beer is made mostly of water, malt from grains (usually barley), hops, and yeast. It's the water, though, that is the most abundant and important ingredient (comprising about 90% of the brew), and which impact its pH, enzyme activity, hop utilization, and yeast growth—with nearly two gallons of water sometimes used to produce a quarter gallon of beer, 'potentially introducing contaminants during beer production,' according to the study. Although breweries are usually equipped with water filtration and treatment systems, those do not remove PFAS. And, notes the study, 'approximately 18% of breweries operating in the United States are located within zip codes served by public water supplies with detectable PFAS in drinking water.' For the analysis, Hoponick Redmon and colleagues used a modified U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) method to test 23 beers, none of which are named in the study. But test subjects were either produced by U.S. brewers in areas with documented water system contamination or were popular domestic and international beers from larger companies with unknown water sources. According to the findings, 95% of the beers they tested contained PFAS, with the highest levels and most diverse mix of the forever chemicals detected in samples from Chatham County, N.C. and Mecklenburg County, N.C. (both areas with known PFAS in municipal drinking water), as well as a beer from St. Louis County, Mo. Two types of PFAS known to be particularly dangerous—perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS)—were both detected in some of the beers, the study said. The takeaway, say the researchers, is that PFAS contamination at one source can spread into other products; they call for greater awareness among brewers, consumers and regulators to limit overall PFAS exposure—as well as the possible need for water treatment upgrades at brewing facilities. More on environmental toxins: The truth about American drinking water: Report shows widespread presence of hazardous chemicals Endocrine-disrupting chemicals are everywhere. Here's how to reduce your exposure The 'plastic spoon' of microplastics in your brain could stem from these foods that are wrecking your health, researchers say This story was originally featured on
Yahoo
19-05-2025
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Hexane Market Set to Hit USD 3.43 Billion by 2032, Fueled by Growth in Industrial Applications and Solvent Demand
Surging demand for Hexane in bio-based adhesives and eco-friendly cleaning agents is fueling market growth amid rising sustainability and industrial efficiency trends. Austin, May 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Hexane Market Size was valued at USD 2.41 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 3.43 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 4.51% over the forecast period of PDF Sample of Hexane Market @ Widening Industrial Applications and Technological Advancements Propel Hexane Demand Across Food, Pharma, and Chemical Sectors Globally The Hexane market has witnessed substantial growth due to the growing demand for Hexane from pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food processing industries. One of the main reasons is the effectiveness of Hexane as an extraction solvent and polymerization agent, together with its evolution in favour of more sustainable uses. The use of SFO in edible oil extraction in 2023 by the U.S. Department of Agriculture indicates its increased usage in the food sector. Hexane also has a use in pharmaceuticals in soft gel capsules, with the American Chemical Society noting increased use in essential oil and biochemical extractions. U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics expects demand in the chemical manufacturing industry, for which Hexane is vital, to remain strong. These advancements also illustrate Hexane's ever-growing industrial importance and inevitable continued demand over the next several years, owing to its versatility and efficiency in various applications. The US Hexane Market Size was valued at USD 427.74 million in 2023, projected to reach USD 673.00 million by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 5.83% over the forecast period of 2024-2032. There is fast growth in the US Hexane market as electric vehicles are being in heavy demand and massive funding is seen in the US for battery production. The Inflation Reduction Act is already shaping the future of the battery manufacturing industry, in which players like Novonix are ramping up to cater to increasing demand for battery-grade materials. GM's investment in the Thacker Pass lithium mine is further illustration of the focus on local lithium resource. Such endeavors could set the United States up as a significant force in the global market for battery materials. Key Players: Shell plc ExxonMobil Corporation Phillips 66 Company Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LLC Rompetrol Rafinare S.A. Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. Honeywell International Inc. Junyuan Petroleum Group Merck KGaA Indian Oil Corporation Limited Hexane Market Report Scope: Report Attributes Details Market Size in 2024 USD 2.41 Billion Market Size by 2032 USD 3.43 Billion CAGR CAGR of 4.51% From 2025 to 2032 Base Year 2024 Forecast Period 2025-2032 Historical Data 2021-2023 Report Scope & Coverage Market Size, Segments Analysis, Competitive Landscape, Regional Analysis, DROC & SWOT Analysis, Forecast Outlook Key Segments • By Grade (Polymerization, Extraction, Others)• By Application (Edible Oil Treatment, Industrial Solvent, Adhesives Formulation, Leather Treatment, Others) Key Drivers • Rise in Rubber and Polymer Production Drive Market Growth. Buy Full Research Report on Hexane Market 2025-2032 @ Innovative Technologies Reshaping Hexane Applications Across Industrial and Eco-Friendly Domains Eco-friendly hexane made from renewable content for increased sustainability and lower environmental impact. Enhanced distillation for higher purity hexane for pharmaceutical and food use. The online checker can improve the solvency efficiency, reduce the industrial Hexane discarded. Closed system reduces hexane emissions and increases worker safety. Nanotech formulations allow the application of Hexane on advanced coatings and polymers. By Grade, Extraction Segment Dominated the Hexane Market in 2023 with a 54% Market Share The dominance is mainly due to the general use of Hexane as the extracting solvent for the removal of vegetable oils from seeds, including soybean, sunflower, and canola. The higher rate of separating oils without any changes in flavor or nutrition value of oil, hexane is the most preferred for food processing industries, particularly for the edible oil developing countries. Moreover, regulatory authorities such as the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) allow its employment when food-grade processing is taking place within specified constraints, thus promoting its increased demand. This segment's dominance is further boosted by increasing demand for mass-scale economic oil production. By Application, Industrial Solvent Dominated the Hexane Market in 2023 with a 38% Market Share This dominance is due to huge demand in cleaning, degreasing, adhesive formulating, and rubber industries since it has excellent solvency-like properties and a low boiling point. It is popular in commercial settings for dissolving oils and resins, removing metal oxides, and more, for thinning adhesives and inks. Moreover, the increasing automotive, construction, and packaging industries in developed and developing regions, in turn, augmented the demand for Hexane with its applications in various industrial operations. Rising regulations towards sustainable solvent alternatives have also helped technological advancements in Hexane applications and maintained its dominance in the market. Asia Pacific dominated the Hexane Market in 2023, Holding a 41% Market Share This dominance is attributed to the increasing chemical industry in such countries as China, India, and Japan. This dominance can be attributed in large part to the significant expansion of the mining of oil in the region, particularly edible oil and biofuels. Moreover, with exponential growth in the pharmaceuticals and cosmetics industry in the region, there is a consistent demand for Hexane-based products, especially for processing the formulations of soft gel capsules and personal care products. The area is well-positioned with low-cost raw materials and increasing local capacities, which make this one of the most important centers for Hexane production and consumption. North America Emerged as the Fastest Growing Region in the Hexane Market with A Significant Growth Rate in The Forecast Period The hexane market in the region has grown due to technological advancements in the chemical industry and increasing demand for Hexane in pharmaceutical and food applications. Hexane is manufactured by some U.S. companies like ExxonMobil and Chevron, and trends in cosmetics, health care use, including as an active ingredient in soft gel capsules and health supplements, are also driving its expansion. Further, more stringent environmental legislation, particularly in North America, is increasing the need for more sustainable and safer solvents like Hexane. If You Need Any Customization on Hexane Market Report, Inquire Now @ Recent Developments February 2025: Slovenia proposed listing n-hexane as SVHC under REACH due to health risks, with submission due August of Contents – Major Key Points 1. Introduction 2. Executive Summary 3. Research Methodology 4. Market Dynamics Impact Analysis 5. Statistical Insights and Trends Reporting 6. Competitive Landscape 7. Hexane Market Segmentation, By Grade 8. Hexane Market Segmentation, By Application 9. Regional Analysis 10. Company Profiles 11. Use Cases and Best Practice 12. Conclusion Read Our Trending Reports: Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents & Thinners Market Report Size 2024-2032 Adhesives & Sealants Market Share & Forecast to 2032 Green Solvents Market - Global Research by 2032 Paints & Coatings Market Analysis by 2032 About Us: SNS Insider is one of the leading market research and consulting agencies that dominates the market research industry globally. Our company's aim is to give clients the knowledge they require in order to function in changing circumstances. 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