contaminant

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“For the first time in the program’s history, EPA is designating both microplastics and pharmaceuticals as priority contaminant groups,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

He said the research shows “that contaminant levels on aircraft are generally low and that health and safety standards are met.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 14, 2025

Bowen also recommended reaching out to specific brands and asking them about contaminant levels in their products.

From Salon • Jan. 14, 2025

And many studies look at only one contaminant at a time, he said.

From Science Daily • Nov. 19, 2024

Water pollution experts throughout the United States are concerned by the fact that detergents are now a troublesome and practically universal contaminant of public water supplies.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson