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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