Question 1

What is the EPA limit for bromodichloromethane in drinking water?

Accepted Answer

The EPA Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) for bromodichloromethane is 0.08 ppm. Public water systems must keep bromodichloromethane below this level.

Question 2

What are the health effects of bromodichloromethane in drinking water?

Accepted Answer

Bromodichloromethane (BDCM) is classified as a probable human carcinogen (EPA Group B2) based on liver and kidney tumors in rodent studies. It is typically the second most abundant trihalomethane after chloroform, particularly in water syst

Question 3

Where does bromodichloromethane in drinking water come from?

Accepted Answer

BDCM forms during water chlorination when free chlorine reacts with natural organic matter in the presence of bromide ions. Bromide occurs naturally in source water, particularly in coastal areas, estuarine environments, and regions with sa

Question 4

How do I remove bromodichloromethane from my drinking water?

Accepted Answer

Bromodichloromethane is effectively removed by: Activated Carbon, Reverse Osmosis, Aeration. Look for NSF-certified filters that explicitly list bromodichloromethane reduction.

Bromodichloromethane in Drinking Water - EPA MCL, Health Effects