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AWWA JAW50935
- Journal AWWA - Legislation/Regulation -- Regulations for Aluminum in Drinking Water
- Journal Article by American Water Works Association, 04/01/2000
- Publisher: AWWA
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Aluminum (Al) compounds are used in many applications, including as a coagulant for water treatment. Al is also a well-established neurotoxin. Epidemiological studies indicating a potential link between Al and adverse neurological effects has generated controversy as to whether a drinking water standard for Al is needed. This article discusses regulatory values for Al in drinking water and the differences in opinion of regulatory agencies regarding the regulation of Al.