what is pfc chemical
Perfluorinated compounds (PFCs) are a family of fluorine-containing chemicals with unique properties to make materials stain-and stick-resistant.Some PFCs are incredibly resistant to breakdown and are turning up in unexpected places around the world.here are many forms of PFCs, but the two most commonly found contaminants are: 1  PFOA or perfluorooctanoic acid, used to make Teflonâ¢ products. 2  PFOS or perfluorooctane sulfonate, a breakdown product of chemicals formerly used to make ScotchgardÂ® products.