Trichloroethylene (TCE) in Drinking Water

What you need to know about trichloroethylene (tce) in your tap water.

EPA Limit (MCL)

5 ppb

EPA Goal (MCLG)

0 ppb

Category

Organic

Health Effects

Liver problems, increased cancer risk

Common Sources

Discharge from metal degreasing sites, factories

How to Remove Trichloroethylene (TCE) from Water

Recommended filtration methods: Granular activated carbon, air stripping