[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_single_image image=”5552″ img_size=”full”][vc_custom_heading text=”What is Chlordane?” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left”][vc_column_text]Also known as chlordan, chlordane is a colorless, liquid, organochloride compound banned ten years ago due to its toxicity and adverse health effects. It is a chlorinated hydrocarbon considered as a persistent organic pollutant because of its resistance to degradation in the environment. The human-made chemical with a pungent, chlorine-like odor is insoluble in water.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”What is Chlordane Used for?” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left”][vc_column_text]The common use for the organochloride compound is as a pesticide against termites and other insects in residential sites and field crops. Except for the treatment of termites, the Environmental Protection Agency has banned the manufacturing and use of the chemical compound in the United States from 1983 to 1988.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”How Dangerous is Chlordane?” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left”][vc_column_text]Exposure to chlordane in drinking water may cause various health effects on the nervous system, digestive system, and the liver. Inhaling or ingesting higher amounts of the contaminant in tap water is toxic and may lead to serious health problems, including diabetes and cancer.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”What is the Regulated Standard for Chlordane in Drinking Water?” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left”][vc_column_text]The EPA’s regulated standard for the contaminant in drinking water is 0.002 mg/L to ensure safe and clean water. The regulated standard keeps the public from the health effects associated with chlordane.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”How Do I Get Rid of Chlordane from Drinking Water?” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left”][vc_column_text]According to the EPA, the best way to remove chlordane from tap water is with the use of granular activated carbon. You can remove the contaminant to below the MCL set by the Environmental Protection Agency with a reliable water filter system.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_widget_sidebar title=”List of Contaminants” sidebar_id=”cs-1″][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section]