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Ultraviolet disinfection
A process using ultraviolet (UV) light to inactivate microorganisms in water, air, and surfaces by damaging their DNA or RNA.
Mineral or nutrientUpdated Mar 8, 2026
Health score+2.0
-5Good5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Potential skin and eye irritation from direct UV exposure, no ingestion toxicity, no chemical residues
Benefits
Effective microbial inactivation without chemical additives, reduces pathogen transmission
Waters containing Ultraviolet disinfection
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