Minerals
Chloride
What it is
A common salt component from natural deposits, road salt runoff, and saltwater intrusion near the coast.
Your body
EPA regulates chloride only as a secondary (taste) standard.
Your home
High chloride gives water a salty taste and can speed up corrosion of metal pipes and water heaters.
Federal standard: Secondary standard 250 ppm (EPA, non-enforceable)
Treatment options that can reduce it
Research & sources (1)
Maryland water systems that reported chloride
- City of FrederickFrederick · 2025 data
- Howard County Department of Public WorksHoward · 2025 data
The information on this site is for general education only and is not medical advice. Talk with a qualified health professional about health concerns. Water treatment equipment performance depends on the system, its certification, and proper maintenance.
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