1,2-Dichloroethane
1,2-Dichloroethane is an industrial chemical used to make PVC. It enters water from factory discharge and leaching plastic pipes. It's classified as a probable carcinogen.
1,2-Dichloroethane is a synthetic chemical widely used in industry, not only for PVC production but also as a solvent and in manufacturing other chemicals. It's typically measured in parts per billion in water. Besides factory discharge and plastic pipes, it can enter water through improper disposal of industrial waste and accidental spills. While classified as a probable carcinogen, specific health effects are still being studied. The EPA regulates its presence in drinking water due to potential risks.
- People affected
- 1.8M
- Utilities with this contaminant
- 82
- States with this contaminant
- 21
Utilities with the highest levels of this contaminant
| Utility | Service Areas | Level | Population Served |
|---|---|---|---|
CI City Of Alexandria Water System | Rapides Parish County, LA | 2.200 ppb | 66,798 |
DO Dothan Utilities (City Of) | Dothan, AL | 2.100 ppb | 97,146 |
BL Blaine | Anoka County, MN | 1.000 ppb | 69,975 |
KA Kalamazoo | Kalamazoo, MI | 0.850 ppb | 192,992 |
VE Veolia Water Idaho | Ada County, ID | 0.800 ppb | 250,000 |
CO Collingswood Water Depar | Collingswood Boro-0412, NJ | 0.580 ppb | 24,500 |
MV Mvwa - Mohawk Valley Water Authority | Oneida County, NY | 0.500 ppb | 126,250 |
BR Brunswick County Water System | Leland, NC | 0.500 ppb | 113,410 |
BR Brunswick Regional Water And Sewer H2Go | Leland, NC | 0.500 ppb | 45,748 |
GA Garfield Water Department | Garfield City-0221, NJ | 0.500 ppb | 30,487 |