Simazine
Simazine is an organic chemical and herbicide used to control weeds in various crops, including corn, almonds, grapes, and oranges. It is also used to control algae overgrowth in aquatic environments, and for non-agricultural sites, such as rights-of-way.
Health Guideline Level (HGL)
0.607 ppb
Maximum level that poses minimal health risk based on the latest science
Health Effects
Drinking water standards for simazine have been developed for potential hematological (blood system) toxicity. Additional health protective benchmarks have been developed based on adverse health effects that are not specific to a single organ or system (i.e., reduced body weight).
Affected Organs & Systems:
Common Sources
- Simazine primarily enters the environment and drinking water sources through runoff and seepage from areas where it is used as an herbicide. It may also be released from sites where it is produced and stored.
How to Remove It
Water filters certified under the following NSF standards are effective at removing Simazine:
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
Simazine is classified as a Herbicides contaminant.
This contaminant primarily affects the blood.
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