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Tritium

Radiological Elements

Tritium

Tritium is a radioactive isotope of hydrogen used primarily in self-luminous devices such as watch dials and exit signs. It is not a food ingredient and is not intended for ingestion or direct human contact. Exposure to tritium via inhalation or ingestion can pose radiological health risks.

Tracked contaminantUpdated Feb 10, 2024
Health score-5.0
-5Very bad5

Water guidelines

Legal limit
Not specified
Health guideline
400 pCi/L

Food and supplement guidelines

Legal limit
Not specified
Health guideline
Not specified

Risks

Radioactive exposure, potential radiation sickness, increased cancer risk

Benefits

None

References