Volatile organic chemicals

Haloacetic acids (HAAs) refer to a group of chemical compounds formed when chlorine or other halogenated chemicals are used in the disinfection of drinking water during the treatment process. These chemicals can also be found in the environment due to various industrial and agricultural activities.

Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) refer to a group of chemicals having high vapor pressure and low water solubility. This property makes them volatile making them part of the atmosphere in the form of vapors and gases which makes them susceptible to causing negative impacts on the environment.