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This article gives an overview of the process and events that have shaped the current debate over the regulation of disinfectants and disinfection by-products (D-DBPs) in the United States. Particular emphasis is placed on the technical uncertainties that complicate the establishment of health-protective maximum contaminant levels for several disinfectants and their by-products. In addition to a discussion of recent developments in the DBP arena, a retrospective of D-DBP rule-making history is provided. Includes 58 references, tables.

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Edition: Vol. 85 - No. 2 Published: 02/01/1993 Number of Pages: 6File Size: 1 file , 1.7 MB