Understanding Your 1,2,3-Trichloropropane Water Test Report
Laboratory results list concentrations in micrograms per litre (µg/L) or parts per billion (ppb) for 1,2,3-TCP
Results below 0.03 µg/L may not be quantifiable, only reported as below detection limits
Your home's TCP level requires specific water testing to confirm and cannot be inferred from system data
Resistance of 1,2,3-TCP to Air Stripping and Treatment Implications
1,2,3-trichloropropane is a chlorinated solvent that does not easily volatilize; air stripping is ineffective
Water treatment must rely on adsorption, chemical oxidation, or other methods suited for stable chlorinated compounds
Choosing technology that addresses the chemical nature of TCP is required for effective treatment
Interpreting EPA Sample Results for Water & Power Authority (St. Croix) in VI
Four samples from 2014–2015 showed no detections above 0.03 µg/L for 1,2,3-TCP in the public water system
The EPA record for this system shows zero health-based violations regarding 1,2,3-trichloropropane
Detection absence in system monitoring does not confirm individual household water quality
What to Document Before Seeking Treatment Advice
Note results from your well or tap water tested specifically for 1,2,3-trichloropropane concentrations
Record water usage demand to select equipment sized appropriately for household needs
Gather information on other water quality parameters that may affect treatment choices
Aesthetic Secondary Standards Versus Health-Based Limits for 1,2,3-TCP
Some guidelines address taste or staining effects but do not indicate health risks for 1,2,3-trichloropropane
1,2,3-TCP does not have a federal maximum contaminant level (MCL), so appearance thresholds are not health limits
Understanding the role of secondary standards helps in evaluating the necessity and type of treatment
How Pentair Technology Addresses 1,2,3-Trichloropropane for Household Demand
The Pentair 1,2,3-TCP Filter uses targeted treatment methods documented to remove chlorinated solvents from water
Its design accommodates residential water usage levels for effective management of detected 1,2,3-trichloropropane
Purchasing this technology provides a ready-to-configure solution without additional service requirements
For households in the Virgin Islands evaluating treatment options for 1,2,3-trichloropropane, the EPA's monitoring data for the Water & Power Authority on St. Croix indicates no detections above laboratory reporting limits in the public water supply. However, due to the nature of chlorinated solvents like TCP, and the importance of confirming specific water quality at your faucet, a direct test of your water is essential. Understanding that 1,2,3-TCP resists air stripping guides the choice toward technologies such as those used in the Pentair 1,2,3-TCP Filter, which is formulated for effective treatment at residential demand levels. Documenting your water's chemical profile and demand ensures that treatment is tailored appropriately and provides peace of mind about your home's water quality.
Where this information comes from
Source: EPA SDWIS public water system record. Sampled 2015-08-11. These figures describe the public water system's record, not the plumbing inside any individual building.
On record: EPA UCMR3 monitoring (2013-2015) for Water & Power Auth. (St. Croix) (VI0000097), VI: 4 results across 1 listed contaminants, 0 detections above the reporting level; nothing detected above the method reporting level
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