trace substances

Water

1H-Benzotriazole Round Table

The industrial chemical 1H-benzotriazole is a relevant micropollutant. This means that, even in low concentrations, the substance has adverse effects on aquatic ecosystems and drinking water quality. That is why a round table was launched at the end of 2020 in order to develop mitigation measures. read more

Water

“Round Table” Concept

The framework “Round table” brings together a wide range of groups interested in relevant trace substances. In the process, they seek to agree on voluntary measures to reduce the amounts of trace substances entering into water bodies. read more

The Umweltbundesamt

For our environment