Perfluorinated Alkyl Substance (PFAS) Analyte Testing and Additional Analytical Evaluation of Relevant Firefighting Foam Formulations and Samples
Abstract
In an effort to better understand the potential toxicity of new fluorine-free firefighting foams, a series of commercial laboratory analysis was performed to quantify potentially harmful chemical components. Analysis was conducted on 7 foam concentrates: 4 commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) self-identified fluorine-free concentrates, 2 experimental fluorine-free foam concentrates made in a laboratory setting by a manufacturer and the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory, and one COTS fluorinated aqueous film forming foam (AFFF) for comparison to the other materials. Laboratory analysis included PFAS by DoD/DOE QSM Table B-15 Compliant Method, Extractable Organic Fluorine (EOF), EPA Method8270D, EPA Method 300/SW-846 Method 9056A, EPA Method 6010C, EPA Method 7470, GC/MS, and UPLC-QTOF-MS.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 28, 2022
- Accession Number
- AD1181396
Entities
People
- Janice L Willey
- Katherine M. Hinnant
Organizations
- Naval Sea Systems Command
- United States Naval Research Laboratory