Calcium is an essential body element. The EPA does not set a high limit on this in water. Calcium and magnesium together are the elements of water hardness.

 

Sources of impurity: A naturally occurring element in groundwater.

 

Additional notes from Canadian government: CANADA Calcium – is a naturally occurring element that contributes to the total hardness of water.

 

Limits:

Maine Maximum Exposure Guideline limit:

USA Primary Drinking Water Standard limit: n/a

USA Secondary Drinking Water Standard limit: n/a

Canada Health standard limit:

Canada Aesthetic standard limit:

USA daily recommended allowance:

Other standard:

 

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