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Chloroform

Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)

Chloroform

A halogenated organic solvent formerly used as an anesthetic and industrial solvent. It is not a food ingredient and is toxic to humans with potential carcinogenic effects. Exposure is primarily hazardous via inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact.

Tracked contaminantUpdated Nov 27, 2023
Health score-5.0
-5Very bad5

Water guidelines

Legal limit
0.08 mg/L
Health guideline
0.0003 mg/L

Food and supplement guidelines

Legal limit
Not specified
Health guideline
Not specified

Risks

Toxicity, carcinogenicity, respiratory depression, liver and kidney damage, central nervous system depression

Benefits

None

References

Waters containing Chloroform

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