PFAS, also known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a large group of synthetic chemicals used in many industries for water-, oil-, and stain-repellent properties.
In textiles and consumer products, PFAS may be found in performance materials, coated fabrics, leather, upholstery, carpets, packaging, foams, elastomers, and chemical formulations.
Who is TESTEX PFAS Tested suitable for?
TESTEX PFAS Tested is suitable for all customer groups, especially global brands and export-focused manufacturers with regulatory, sustainability, or specific testing requirements. TESTEX offers a selection of suites tailored to different customer needs.
Why Act Now?
Rapidly Evolving Regulations
New bans in the EU, US, and beyond make compliance a moving target.
Supply Chain Blind Spots
Complex supply chains often hide undisclosed substitutions or contamination.
Reputational & Business Risk
Non-compliance leads to costly product recalls and loss of stakeholder trust.
Three complementary PFAS testing methods
Purpose: PFAS indication Screening
Method: EN 20999:2026 – Combustion Ion Chromatography
Best for
- Initial PFAS screening
- Regulatory threshold verification
- Supplier documentation
Purpose: Quantification of regulated PFAS substances
Method: EN 17681-1:2025 – LC-MS/MS
Best for
- Regulatory compliance verification
- Brand restricted substance lists
- Market access requirements
Most advanced PFAS detection method
Screens for 10,000+ PFAS compounds, including unknown and emerging substances.
Technology: LC-HRMS (High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry) with database screening of known PFAS
Best for
- Risk assessment
- Supply chain transparency
- Future regulatory readiness
How are PFAS testing methods offered?
Single PFAS testing method selected based on specific technical requirements.
Best for:
- Targeted investigations
- Customer or audit requirements
Includes:
Total Fluorine
Targeted PFAS
Best for:
- Compliance with PFAS regulations
- Market access verification
Includes:
Total Fluorine
Targeted PFAS
Non-Targeted PFAS
Best for:
- Risk mitigation
- Supply chain transparency
- Sustainability leadership
What can be tested?
- Chemical formulations (e.g. paints, glues, adhesives, coatings, inks, detergents)
- Textiles and fabrics (e.g. cotton, wool, polyester, polyamide)
- Leather materials
- Polymeric materials (e.g. PA, PAN, PET, PP)
- Cellulose-based materials (e.g. cardboard, paper)
- Rubbers and elastomers (e.g. SBR, EPDM)
- Foams (e.g. polyurethane foams)
- Food contact and consumer products (e.g. coated materials, packaging films, paper-based containers)
What you receive
After successful certification, you receive clear documentation and communication tools for your certified product.
Test Report
For each method an individual test report will be provided.
Statement of Test Results
To comply with our accreditation requirements, the Statement of Test Results is issued independently from the test report.
Label
The label supports transparent product communication and responsible chemical management.
FAQs
To ensure that the relevant PFAS compounds are tested, we first clarify the client’s specific requirements. This includes identifying the product category, the client type, such as a brand, supplier or manufacturer, and the target markets in which the product must comply with regulatory requirements, for example OEKO-TEX®, the EU or individual US states. Based on this information, we can recommend the most suitable individual test method or testing suite.
Yes, if the requirements are legal requirements EU or France, this can be shown in the test report.
TESTEX can analyse a wide range of materials and product types for PFAS, including chemical formulations such as paints, glues, adhesives, coatings, inks and detergents; textiles and fabrics such as cotton, wool, polyester and polyamide; leather materials; polymeric materials such as PA, PAN, PET and PP; cellulose-based materials such as cardboard and paper; rubbers and elastomers such as SBR and EPDM; foams such as polyurethane foams; as well as food-contact and consumer products, including coated materials, packaging films and paper-based containers. Please note that aqueous samples, such as wastewater or other water samples, environmental samples, such as soil, sediment and surface water, and food matrices cannot currently be tested.
To ensure reliable and accurate test results, a sufficient amount of sample material is required. For textiles and other solid test samples, a minimum of 50 g should be provided. Chemical formulations also require a minimum sample quantity of 50 g. If your sample is limited or differs from these requirements, please contact us to discuss the available testing options.
For each PFAS testing method, an individual test report is provided. The Total Fluorine Report shows the level of Total Fluorine (TF) detected in the tested sample using combustion ion chromatography (C-IC). The Targeted PFAS Report lists the regulated PFAS compounds analysed and indicates whether the sample complies with the applicable legal or OEKO-TEX® limit values. The Non-Targeted PFAS Report lists all detected PFAS compounds and includes semi-quantitative results that provide reference values for the estimated PFAS concentrations.
The testing and reporting process typically takes 15–20 business days from receipt of the samples at the laboratory.
We are very satisfied with the technical support, the rapid response times and the precise solutions of TESTEX.
Thanks to the OEKO-TEX® certificate issued by TESTEX, our customers have more confidence in our products.
In TESTEX, we’ve found an extremely reputable and reliable business partner whose expertise is greatly appreciated.
The OEKO-TEX® certification is boosting consumer confidence and helps us to promote our brand succesfully.
Thanks to the prestige of OEKO-TEX®, customers have chosen to work with us and to totally trust our products.
The OEKO-TEX® certification is continuously making us more competitive on the international market.
TESTEX is a very reliable and important partner for Odlo. The staff is always very helpful, productive and inspiring.
OEKO-TEX® ORGANIC COTTON from TESTEX is awarded in line with strict social and health criteria.