Disinfection byproducts · in your tap water
Brominated HAA — flagged for reproductive concern
A brominated haloacetic acid. IARC classifies it as Group 2B — possibly carcinogenic to humans (Monographs Vol. 101) — and the U.S. National Toxicology Program lists it as 'reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen.'
Brominated HAAs are the more concerning sub-group. Removed the same way.
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IARC classifies dibromoacetic acid as Group 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans).
Lists several haloacetic acids as 'reasonably anticipated to be human carcinogens.'
Peer-reviewed basis for EWG's health guidelines; finds brominated byproducts the most carcinogenic.
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