Barium Fact Sheet

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2013

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Barium in drinking water, including sources of barium, health effects of exposure, and guidelines for safe levels of barium in drinking water.

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Barium can be present in drinking water, and the level of barium in drinking water depends on the geological characteristics of the area. In the United States, the maximum contaminant level (MCL) for barium in drinking water is 2 mg/L.

The PDF file provides information on the health effects of barium exposure, the sources of barium exposure, the regulatory standards for barium in drinking water, and the treatment options for reducing barium levels in drinking water.

Barium is a naturally occurring element that can be found in rocks, soil, water, and food. It is also used in various industrial and consumer products, such as drilling muds, paints, and glass.