evidence card · pfas_clothing_skin_absorption
PFAs in synthetic activewear are meaningfully absorbed through skin during exercise and harm health
H2
? insufficient
stakes low
1 post scored
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across 1 account
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2 sources
Summary
PFAS are persistent and biologically concerning; dominant human exposure is via diet and drinking water. Dermal absorption from textiles is limited and unlikely to be a primary exposure route in most people.
Five-score assessment
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Scope
Population
general population
Intervention
wearing PFAS-treated apparel
Outcome
systemic PFAS uptake and downstream disease
Not supported for
- dermal as dominant exposure route
- disease outcomes from apparel contact
Evidence sources
Sources
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advisory EPA PFAS program page ↗