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Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
Formaldehyde
A volatile organic compound used as a preservative and disinfectant. Classified as a human carcinogen and respiratory sensitizer.
Tracked contaminantUpdated Apr 24, 2024
Health score-5.0
-5Very bad5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Carcinogenicity, respiratory sensitization, skin sensitization, severe eye irritation, skin irritation, mutagenicity
Benefits
Effective disinfectant and preservative