Chlordane

GENERAL INFORMATION
Chlordane, a synthetic organic chemical, is a viscous liquid, colorless to amber, with a slight chlorine-like aromatic odor. Chlordane was used in the past to kill a variety of insects. The only commercial use of chlordane products still permitted is for fire ant control in power transformers. Chlordane has been released into the environment primarily from its application as an insecticide. Chlordane may persist for long periods of time in air, soil and water.

HEALTH EFFECTS
Some people who drink water containing chlordane well in excess of the maximum contaminant level (MCL) for many years could experience liver or nervous system problems; increased risk of cancer.

Standard value 1: 
2.00
Standard units 1: 
ppb
Input units: 
ug/L
ppb
Contaminant group: 
Standard type 1: 
MCL
Action is optional 1: 

ACTION IS OPTIONAL
Chlordane levels were detected in your water sample but do not exceed the maximum contaminant level.

Typical range in Ohio: 
detection suggest human source
Major sources in drinking water: 
Residue of banned termiticide
Treatment options: 

TREATMENT OPTIONS
Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) or Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) are considered the best available technologies (BAT) for treatment of many organic contaminants including organic pesticides, volatile organic compound (VOCs), and Trihalomethanes (THMs) (by-products of chlorination). Treatment can be at the tap (called point of use or POU) or the entire house.

Website resources: 

WATER RESOURCES

Fact sheets: 

FACT SHEETS