2,4,5-TP (Silvex)
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2(2,4,5-trichlorophenoxy) propionic acid (2,4,5-TP or Silvex) is a cancer-causing herbicide banned in the U.S. in 1985 because of its toxicity. It is still detected as a groundwater contaminant in areas where it was sprayed or stored.
Samples
Samples exceeding legal limit (MCL)
Samples exceeding
health guidelines
Testing results - average by year
| Year | Average result | Samples taken | Detections | Range of results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | ND | 4 | 0 | ND |
| 2019 | ND | 1 | 0 | ND |
| 2020 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
| 2021 | ND | 3 | 0 | ND |
| 2022 | ND | 1 | 0 | ND |
| 2023 | ND | 1 | 0 | ND |
ppb = parts per billion
State, National, and Health Guidelines for Drinking Water
EWG Health Guideline: 3 ppb
The EWG Health Guideline of 3 ppb for 2,4,5-TP was defined by the California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment as a public health goal, the level of a drinking water contaminant that does not pose a significant health risk. This health guideline protects against harm to internal organs.
EPA Maximum Contaminant
Level (MCL): 50 ppb
ppb = parts per billion
All test results
| Date | Lab ID | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2018-01-16 | CA18222-02 | ND |
| 2018-01-16 | CA18222-03 | ND |
| 2018-01-16 | CA18222-04 | ND |
| 2018-12-17 | CB17553-01 | ND |
| 2019-05-29 | CC07534-01 | ND |
| 2021-01-19 | CD18545-03 | ND |
| 2021-01-20 | CE01048-01 | ND |
| 2021-01-20 | CE01048-02 | ND |
| 2022-04-26 | CF02235-01 | ND |
| 2023-08-17 | 37729_23-45972 | ND |