Question 1

What is Sodium Dodecafluoro-3H-4,8-dioxanonanoate?

Accepted Answer

Sodium Dodecafluoro-3H-4,8-dioxanonanoate (NaDONA) is a per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS) – a synthetic chemical used in manufacturing, firefighting foam, and consumer products. It persists indefinitely in water and the human body.

Question 2

Is NaDONA in my drinking water?

Accepted Answer

EPA UCMR5 testing (2023-2025) monitors NaDONA at 6,800+ US water systems. Enter your ZIP code at KnowYourExposure.com to see if NaDONA has been detected in your specific utility.

Question 3

What is the EPA limit for NaDONA?

Accepted Answer

Not all PFAS compounds have federal limits yet. The EPA's 2024 PFAS Rule set limits for 6 compounds including PFOA, PFOS, PFHxS, PFNA, and HFPO-DA. Others are still under review.

Question 4

What are the health effects of NaDONA?

Accepted Answer

NaDONA exposure has been linked to: Potential environmental persistence; health effects under study. Long-term exposure increases risks even at low doses.

Question 5

How do I remove NaDONA from my water?

Accepted Answer

Certified reverse osmosis systems remove 90%+ of most PFAS including NaDONA. Activated carbon and ion exchange filters also work. Boiling does NOT remove PFAS – it concentrates them.

Question 6

What is the CAS number for Sodium Dodecafluoro-3H-4,8-dioxanonanoate?

Accepted Answer

The CAS Registry Number for Sodium Dodecafluoro-3H-4,8-dioxanonanoate is 21722-84-9.

NaDONA: Health Effects, EPA Limits & Sources (2026)