2,4,5-TP (Silvex)
City of Como
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.
Testing results - average by year
Year | Average result | Samples taken | Detections | Range of results |
---|---|---|---|---|
2014 | ND | 1 | 0 | ND |
2015 | ND | 2 | 0 | ND |
2016 | ND | 1 | 0 | ND |
2017 | ND | 1 | 0 | ND |
2018 | ND | 2 | 0 | ND |
2019 | ND | 1 | 0 | ND |
ppb = parts per billion
State and national drinking water standards and health guidelines
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 |
---|---|---|
2014-12-08 | Q1458853004 | ND |
2015-06-30 | Q1524793006 | ND |
2015-06-30 | Q1524793008 | ND |
2016-05-25 | Q1620556007 | ND |
2017-11-08 | Q1757394004 | ND |
2018-05-09 | Q1818832015 | ND |
2018-05-09 | Q1818832006 | ND |
2019-06-13 | Q1936216005 | ND |