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PFAS-containing fire dust

Combustion and fire-debris dust that may contain PFAS from stain-resistant upholstery, carpeting, firefighting foams, or contaminated gear.

Airborne form

dustaerosolmixed

The form describes what is suspended in air at the point of exposure. A material can produce more than one form, such as dust during handling and fume during heating.

Health effects

PFAS exposure concernrespiratory exposure concerncancer concern

Evidence

NIOSH describes PFAS exposure pathways for firefighters that include inhalation and dermal contact with combusting materials and particulates containing PFAS, including dust from combustion of stain-resistant upholstery or carpeting; NIOSH also summarizes reported health outcomes associated with some PFAS, including increased risk of kidney or testicular cancer.

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During and after fires, first responders may be exposed to PFAS through ... dust containing PFAS (e.g., from combustion of stain-resistant upholstery or carpeting) ... Inhalation and dermal contact of combusting materials and particulates containing PFAS.

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