Project #4147

Hypochlorite - An Assessment of Factors That Influence the Formation of Perchlorate and Other Contaminants

$185,592
Completed
Research Manager
Mrs. Alice E Fulmer
Contractor
American Water Works Association
Treatment
Disinfection Byproducts (DBPs)

Abstract

Examines the potential presence of identified contaminants or impurities of concern in hypochlorite at concentrations that could trigger certain compliance and/or public notifications if an MCL exists or the impurity has been listed as a potential contaminant of concern, such as perchlorate. Examines the factors that influence the formation of these contaminants. Informs water systems of these potential unintended consequences and recommends appropriate actions that can be taken to mitigate the introduction of these impurities to the water supply. Research partner: AWWA. Published in 2009. Foundation subscribers can download this Web-only report.