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Aquatic Life Criteria - Tributyltin (TBT)

EPA has released a final ambient water quality criteria document for tributyltin (TBT). We developed acute and chronic criteria recommendations for TBT designed to protect aquatic life in both fresh and saltwater. These criteria can form the basis for state and tribal water quality standards.

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