Chemical Contaminant
Chromium (Total) in Drinking Water
EPA Maximum Limit
0.1
mg/L
EPA Contaminant Code
1020
SDWIS reference
Health Effects
Allergic dermatitis. Hexavalent chromium (Cr-6) is a known carcinogen.
Common Sources
Steel and pulp mill discharge, erosion of natural deposits.
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