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PFOA

A perfluorochemical (PFC) that is used to manufacture compounds used in Teflon and formerly used in Scotchguard products, as well as many other applications. A likely carcinogen, PFOA does not appear to break down in the environment, and has been found in human and animal tissue around the planet.