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High burden — Stain-Resistant Textiles (PFAS) is a significant avoidable exposure.
'Stain-proof' carpets, sofas, jackets.
Each driver rated 0 (none) to 10 (worst)
Evidence strength: strong · Detox Score = 100 − hazard×4.6 − exposure×3.4 − persistence×2.6, clamped 1–100.
A Detox Score of 38 places stain-resistant textiles (pfas) in the High band. The persistence rating is the standout concern here — these compounds linger in the body and environment for years. Stain and water repellency usually means PFAS coatings that shed into dust and never break down. Decline the optional stain treatment.
Stain-Resistant Textiles (PFAS) has a Detox Score of 38 out of 100 (High burden), which means it is a significant avoidable exposure. Stain and water repellency usually means PFAS coatings that shed into dust and never break down. Decline the optional stain treatment.
A lower-exposure swap for stain-resistant textiles (pfas) is: Untreated fabrics; skip the stain-guard add-on. Stain and water repellency usually means PFAS coatings that shed into dust and never break down. Decline the optional stain treatment.