1,3 Dichloropropene
Volatile organic compound (VOC). It is a major component in pesticides used to control parasitic, microscopic worms called nematodes. It is readily volatile, thus all routes of exposure (ingestion, inhalation and dermal) are relevant if one is exposed via drinking water.
Health Guideline Level (HGL)
0.2 ppb
Maximum level that poses minimal health risk based on the latest science
Health Effects
Health protective benchmarks for 1,3-dichloropropene in drinking water are based on potential respiratory and gastrointestinal toxicity, as well as an increased risk of cancer. The EPA classifies it as a probable human carcinogen.
Affected Organs & Systems:
Common Sources
- Sources of 1,3-dichloropropene in the environment and drinking water include runoff and seepage from areas where it is used as a pesticide, and release from sites where it is produced
- More likely to be found in drinking water near hazardous waste sites
How to Remove It
Water filters certified under the following NSF standards are effective at removing 1,3 Dichloropropene:
Health Guideline Level
The HGL 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
1,3 Dichloropropene is classified as a Pesticides contaminant.
This contaminant primarily affects the respiratory, carcinogens, and other systems.
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