Vials, 1,5 ml PP, with 9 mm short thread cap, silicone/polypropylene.

• PFAS stands for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, and are colloquially known as 'forever chemicals'

  Septum included: Yes

  Pre-slit septum: Yes

  Colour: Clear

It is essential during the PFAS sample process to provide vials and caps that is PFAS free. Using the new PFAS vials and caps of VWR ensure the integrity of the data collected and meets all required collection standards. VWR has created a series of vials and caps that are compatible with all common autosamplers. These vials and caps are recommended for Environmental monitoring, food and water quality testing, product testing, industrial quality assurance, commercial household cleaning products, food packaging etc. sample testing.

They are a group of man-made chemicals that have been widely used in various industrial and consumer products since the 1940’s. PFAS are known for their strong chemical bonds, which make them resistant to heat, water, and oil. This property has made them popular for use in a wide range of applications, including firefighting foams, non-stick cookware (such as Teflon), waterproof fabrics, food packaging, and many other household and industrial products.

PFAS can be found in: environmental monitoring; food and water quality testing; product testing; industrial quality assurance; commercial household cleaning products; food packaging.

PFAS are highly persistent and are therefore also known as perpetual chemicals. They are toxic and harmful to health. More than 1,000 chemicals belong  to this group of substances.

Many everyday objects contain these problematic substances, which enter the human body either directly or via the environment. Food can also be a source. Almost all people now have PFAS in their blood.

The fluorine compounds are hardly degradable and therefore remain in the environment and sometimes in the body for a long time. According to a study, the chemicals can lead to an increased risk of cancer.

An initial proposal for a ban on the chemicals has been on the table since February 2023. 

A decision by the European Commission is not expected until 2025 at the earliest.

Kit (100 vials and 100 seals in a white, reclosable PP-box).