The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) lowers the acceptable daily intake level for TFA, a PFAS chemical also referred to as a “forever chemical” because it persists in the environment. EFSA says the change follows new scientific evidence about TFA’s effects on the body, particularly its impact on a hormone that helps regulate metabolism. Based on this updated assessment, EFSA reduces the level that it considers safe for consumers over the long term. The agency frames the adjustment as a response to the latest data on TFA’s biological effects, linking the revised limit to the hormone-related findings. Other sources describe TFA as part of the broader PFAS group, which includes perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances. PFAS are widely studied due to their persistence and potential health risks. The reported EFSA decision is presented as a regulatory update aimed at better reflecting current evidence regarding TFA exposure and its potential effects. The new intake guidance is intended to guide how authorities evaluate and manage risk from TFA in food.