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Semi-Volatile Compounds
Phenols
A class of aromatic organic compounds characterized by one or more hydroxyl groups attached to an aromatic ring, found naturally in plants and used in various industrial and pharmaceutical applications.
Mineral or nutrientUpdated Apr 16, 2024
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
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Risks
Skin and respiratory irritation, potential sensitization, toxic if ingested in high amounts, potential contamination with harmful derivatives depending on source and purity
Benefits
Antioxidant properties, antimicrobial activity, natural preservative effect
References
Waters containing Phenols
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