Methyl Ethyl Ketone
Methyl ethyl ketone is an organic solvent used to produce rubber, wax, resin, lacquer, varnish, paint remover and glue. It is readily volatile, thus all routes of exposure (ingestion, inhalation and dermal) are relevant if one is exposed via drinking water. Though it evaporates easily, methyl ethyl ketone has been detected in surface water and drinking water.
EPA MCLG Level
4000 ppb
Maximum level that poses minimal health risk based on the latest science
Health Effects
Health protective benchmarks for methyl ethyl ketone in drinking water are based on potential developmental effects.
Affected Organs & Systems:
Common Sources
- Methyl ethyl ketone may enter drinking water sources via release from industrial waste sites.
How to Remove It
Water filters certified under the following NSF standards are effective at removing Methyl Ethyl Ketone:
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
Methyl Ethyl Ketone is classified as a VOCs contaminant.
This contaminant primarily affects the developmental.
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