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Tribromoacetic acid

Tribromoacetic acid is a halogenated acetic acid derivative primarily used in chemical synthesis and industrial applications. It is not classified or approved as a food ingredient. Its chemical properties include strong acidity and potential corrosiveness.

Tracked contaminantUpdated Feb 24, 2026
Health score-5.0
-5Very bad5

Water guidelines

Legal limit
Not specified
Health guideline
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Food and supplement guidelines

Legal limit
Not specified
Health guideline
Not specified

Risks

Corrosive, toxic if ingested or inhaled, potential skin and eye irritant, environmental hazard

Benefits

None in food or consumer health context

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