PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are synthetic chemicals that have raised public health and environmental concerns. However, based on current evidence and industry data, PFAS are not present in PVC water and sewer pipe. According to the PVC Pipe Association (Uni-Bell), PFAS substances are not used in the manufacturing of PVC pipe and PVC pipe is not considered a source of PFAS contamination in drinking water or wastewater systems.

A detailed technical brief titled PFAS Substances: Not a Concern for PVC Pipe is available through the PVC Pipe Association. It outlines the chemical composition of PVC and explains why PFAS are not associated with PVC piping products. We encourage customers, engineers, and utility professionals to review the full brief on the PVC Pipe Association website: PFAS Substances: Not a Concern for PVC Pipe.

For more information see: The Health, Safety, and Environmental Performance of PVC Pipe