Revealing overlooked per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the Pearl River estuary using a comprehensive analytical approach

Key Points

• Overlooked per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) were detected in the Pearl River estuary, indicating significant contamination.
• A comprehensive analytical approach was employed to identify various PFAS compounds in environmental samples.
• Detailed environmental monitoring across multiple sampling sites in the estuary provided thorough data on PFAS presence.
• This discovery highlights the need for improved detection methods to address environmental contamination risks.