The Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) conducts one of the nation’s most comprehensive produce residue monitoring programs, collecting and testing thousands of domestic and imported fruits and vegetables each year. The term PFAS can vary widely and DPR independently evaluates each chemical individually to evaluate the impact of that chemical on human health and the environment.

Read the full statement from DPR on what you need to know about PFAS and pesticides in California here.