Bromide is commonly found in nature alongside sodium chloride due to their similar physical and chemical properties; however, bromide is far less common.

WHO Limit: 

6 mg/l

Symptoms of Bromide Contamination: 

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Abdominal pain
• Coma
• Paralysis
• Doses above 320mg/l can be fatal

Treatment Methods: 

• Granular activated carbon filtration
• Reverse osmosis

For Further Information:

WHO Water Quality Guidelines - 4th Edition

WHO Bromide in Drinking Water