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Communication is Key to Safety in Massive Conversion Project, Paper360º May/June 2023

Saica in Spain: A Walk Into the Future of Mill Logistics, Paper360º May/June 2023

Woodland Pulp: Local Leadership, Global Competitiveness, Paper360º May/June 2023

How Can Digitalization Help Corrugated Producers?, Paper360º May/June 2023

Paper Mill Saves 30 Percent on Maintenance with LTSA, Paper360º May/June 2023

Reducing Energy Consumption with Enzymatic Treatment, Paper360º May/June 2023

TAPPI Journal Summaries, Paper360º May/June 2023

TAPPI Journal Summaries, Paper360º May/June 2023

TAPPI News, Paper360º May/June 2023

ASPI News, Paper360º May/June 2023

Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) — Fibrous substrates, TAPPI Journal September 2023

ABSTRACT: Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been implemented during the finishing process of textiles such as upholstery, clothing, personal protective equipment, and sports gear to provide water resistance. Currently, PFAS are still present at quantifiable levels in consumer products and food, even though many companies have started to phase out PFAS treatment with non-toxic water repellant replacements given the possible detrimental health effects suggested by current research. This paper is a detailed review that focuses on how PFAS are implemented in textile production and sources of PFAS contamination during chemical treatments. This review also addresses current legislation on PFAS emissions and trade regulations to decrease exposure of consumers due to toxicokinetics and mechanisms of action through-out the body that are still not well understood. This paper includes a literature review on possible PFAS related health conditions shown from past research and contains suggested toxicity levels, exposure routes, duration, and pathways detailed to the best of our ability.