FDA to Investigate Forever Chemicals Found in Seafood

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said it requested information on so-called forever chemicals found in some seafood, to understand their risks better.

The FDA is looking for data on how PFAS, or perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, affect seafood, the environment, and processing water. This is part of the agency’s ongoing effort to protect public health and reduce possible exposure to these substances in food.

The agency indicates that seafood is at a higher risk for PFAS contamination compared to other foods, according to its previous samples and tests. The FDA said that the data on PFAS in seafood are still limited for many other seafood types.