1,2,3 Trichloropropane
Synthetic volatile organic chemical (VOC) used to make other chemicals. It has been used as a solvent to clean and degrease materials and to produce pesticides. It is readily volatile, thus all routes of exposure (ingestion, inhalation and dermal) are relevant if one is exposed via drinking water.
EPA MCLG Level
0.0007 ppb
Maximum level that poses minimal health risk based on the latest science
Health Effects
Health protective benchmarks for 1,2,3-trichloropropane in drinking water are based on potential liver and respiratory toxicity, developmental effects, and an increased risk of cancer. The EPA has classified it as a likely human carcinogen.
Affected Organs & Systems:
Common Sources
- Not naturally occurring, so its detection in the environment and source water is the result of human activity
- Released from industrial sites where it is produced or used or hazardous waste sites
- Likely to evaporate from surface water, so it is more likely to be found in groundwater
How to Remove It
Water filters certified under the following NSF standards are effective at removing 1,2,3 Trichloropropane:
EPA MCLG Level
The EPA MCLG represents the maximum level that poses minimal health risk based on the latest scientific research. It's often more protective than federal legal limits.
Contaminant Type
1,2,3 Trichloropropane is classified as a VOCs contaminant.
This contaminant primarily affects the respiratory, carcinogens, and other systems.
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