2,4,5-TP (Silvex)
EWG Health Guideline
3 ppb
Legal Limit (EPA)
50 ppb
National Average
0.000285 ppb
Detected In
4 utilities
Health Risks
The EWG Health Guideline of 3 ppb for 2,4,5-TP was defined by the California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment as a public health goal, the level of a drinking water contaminant that does not pose a significant health risk. This health guideline protects against harm to internal organs.
Filtration Methods
Activated Carbon
yes
Reverse Osmosis
yes
Ion Exchange
no
Activated Carbon
yes
Reverse Osmosis
yes
Ion Exchange
no
Activated Carbon
yes
Reverse Osmosis
yes
Ion Exchange
no
Activated Carbon
yes
Reverse Osmosis
yes
Ion Exchange
no
Utilities That Detected This Contaminant
| Utility Name | State | Level Detected | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Lincolnton | NC | 0.026 ppb | Detected | View |
| Mingo County Psd - Naugatuck | WV | 0.0156 ppb | Detected | View |
| Sunrise Southwest | FL | 0.0133 ppb | Detected | View |
| Joliet | IL | 0.00911 ppb | Detected | View |