8:2 FTOH (8:2 Fluorotelomer alcohol)

CAS: 678-39-7 | Type: organic_pollutant

Moderate To High Risk (Adults)

Safety Summary

Hazard ProfileVolatile PFAS precursor that transforms into PFOA and other PFCAs in the body and environment. Major indoor air contaminant — off-gases from treated textiles, carpets, and food packaging. Detected in indoor air at ng/m³ levels in homes and offices. Inhalation is primary exposure route. Key precursor in the PFOA environmental budget.

Risk (Adults)Moderate To High

Risk (Children)High

Risk (Dogs)Moderate

Risk (Cats)Moderate

Regulatory Status

SummaryNo major regulatory flags

Molecular FormulaC10H5F17O

Molecular Weight464.12

Sources

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OEHHA Proposition 65 List of Carcinogens or Reproductive Toxicants (CSV, list date 31-Jul-26) REGULATORY
PubChem computed properties for CID 69619 (computed, not measured; as recorded by PubChem) DATABASE · 2026
where to look Haz-Map, Information on Hazardous Chemicals and Occupational Diseases, as recorded by PubChem (Experimental Properties, CID 69619; where-to-look, not a source of this value) DATABASE · 2026
PubChem computed structure descriptors for CID 69619 (computed, not measured; as recorded by PubChem) DATABASE · 2026

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