Chemical Contaminant
Mercury (Inorganic) in Drinking Water
EPA Maximum Limit
0.002
mg/L
EPA Contaminant Code
1038
SDWIS reference
Health Effects
Kidney damage with short or long-term exposure.
Common Sources
Erosion of natural deposits, discharge from refineries and factories, runoff from landfills.
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