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Perfluorohexyloctane: More than Meets the Eye?

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Perfluorohexyloctane (F6H8) is a semifluorinated alkane increasingly used in medical applications. Emerging evidence, however, indicates that this compound can persist in biological systems and influence cellular processes. These observations suggest that the exceptional stability of F6H8, while beneficial for medical performance, may also have implications for long-term biological and health outcomes.

Source: Chemical Research in Toxicology

DOI: 10.1021/acs.chemrestox.5c00507

Authors: Andi Alijagic, Matej Orešič, Tuulia Hyötyläinen

Institutions: Örebro University, Åbo Akademi University, University of Turku

Language: English

Topic: Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances research

Subfield: Environmental Chemistry

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $4,500