Researchers have discovered chloronitramide anion, a new chemical compound found in U.S. drinking water, raising concerns over potential health risks for over 20% of Americans.
The newly identified compound, chloronitramide anion (Cl-N-NO2−), is produced from inorganic chloramine decomposition, and its toxicity remains unknown, prompting calls for further study.
Julian Fairey explained the challenges in identifying chloronitramide anion, stating, "It's a very stable chemical with a low molecular weight, making it difficult to find and verify."
While chloramines have been used in water treatment since the 1930s, the prevalence of chloronitramide anion and its similarities to known toxic compounds raise significant public health concerns.
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