Bromoform
Member of trihalomethanes (THMs) that form in water treated with chlorine
Health Guideline Level (HGL)
0 ppb
Maximum level that poses minimal health risk based on the latest science
Health Effects
Health protective benchmarks for bromoform are based on liver, developmental, and carcinogenicity observed in animal studies. Results from animal studies also suggest that exposure to bromoform can also lead to liver, kidney, and developmental toxicity. Bromoform has also been shown to produce DNA changes (genotoxicity) in laboratory studies.
Affected Organs & Systems:
Common Sources
- Most often formed when chlorine used for drinking water disinfection interacts with naturally occurring organic matter in distribution systems
- Levels are usually higher surface water than groundwater because greater raw organic matter is present
How to Remove It
Water filters certified under the following NSF standards are effective at removing Bromoform:
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
Bromoform is classified as a Disinfection Byproducts contaminant.
This contaminant primarily affects the developmental, carcinogens, and other systems.
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