Chloramines

Chloramines are known as a disinfectant used in some public water systems instead of chlorine to treat water as chloramines are formed when ammonia is added to chlorine, creating a more stable and longer lasting disinfectant. Like chlorine, chloramines are used to kill harmful bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms that may be present in the water supply. Whilst chloramines are generally considered to be safer than chlorine, they can also have some negative effects to the health and well-being and can react with organic matter in water, forming trihalomethanes (THMs). To remove or reduce chloramines from drinking water, it is important to use appropriate filtration methods such as activated carbon filters and take necessary steps to minimize exposure if necessary.