PFAS | Forever Chemicals

Hydration Insights from the OASIS Team

Every day, thousands of people 
across the globe unknowingly encounter a toxic threat: PFAS

Known as ‘forever chemicals’ due to their ability to persist in the environment and the human body, these chemicals have raised alarm bells among scientists, policymakers, and health experts alike. Long-term exposure to certain types of PFAS may lead to serious illnesses, including an increased risk of cancer, liver damage, infertility, thyroid issues, and high cholesterol. 

 

 

  • PFAS (per and polyfluoroalkyl substances), also known as ‘forever chemicals, are a category of man-made chemicals that do not naturally break down in the environment.

  • These compounds have been used in everyday consumer and industry products since the 1940s.

  • Two of the most commonly used PFAS chemicals are Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS).

  • PFAS refers to the entire group of compounds (roughly 12,000), whereas PFOA and PFOS are types or subgroups under PFAS.

 

OASIS is here to help you understand your EPA regulations as they continue to be updated. In 2024, the NPDWR established legally enforceable levels for 5 of the most pervasive PFAS compounds. OASIS filters provide a simple, effective solution to staying ahead and addressing these contaminants. The OASIS Total PFAS filters are tested using the more stringent, newer standard EPA for Total PFAS.

 

What levels does the OASIS Total PFAS filter reduce?

 

  • The test mixture for total PFAS is made up of PFOA, PFOS, PFHxS, PFNA, PFHpA, PFBS, and PFDA.

  • This system meets the 20 ppt maximum permissible product water concentration requirement for Total PFAS.

 

 

OASIS vs Brand X

OASIS

Brand X

Total PFAS filter compatible across ALL Oasis models - no upgrading to enhanced units needed to use this filter. 

Reduces 7 Total PFAS Compounds - the most comprehensive filter for pressure industry on the market (not just PFOA and PFOS). 

Access filter changes in the top of bottle filling stations - with Tilt 'N Tether, change your filter standing up, eliminating kneeling on the floor.

 

 

Get in touch with OASIS today, let us protect your health NOW!

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Hydration Insights from the OASIS Team

The OASIS Hydration Team brings together decades of experience in water filtration, engineering, product development, and regulatory compliance. With a deep understanding of hydration needs across education, healthcare, public spaces, and commercial environments, our team is dedicated to helping you make informed decisions about safe, sustainable water solutions.

At OASIS, we don’t just build water coolers and bottle fillers—we’re committed to delivering clean, accessible hydration where you need it.