| Perchlorates | |
|---|---|
| Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) | None |
| Potential Health Effects (from ingestion of water) |
Suspected of disrupting thyroid functions |
| Potential Source of Contaminant | Naturally occurring; manmade chemical found in rocket fuel |
| Applicable NSF/ANSI Standard(s) | Standard 58 |
| Water Treatment Technologies Certified by NSF for Reduction of this Contaminant | Reverse Osmosis |
| Special Notes | The EPA and other public health officials are studying this contaminant for possible regulation on a national basis. |
