| This fact sheet, developed by the U.S. EPA Federal Facilities Restoration and Reuse Office (FFRRO), provides a brief summary of nanomaterials (NMs) as emerging contaminants, including their physical and chemical properties; potential environmental and health impacts; existing federal and state guidelines; detection and treatment methods; and additional sources of information. Because of their unique properties, NMs are increasingly being used in a wide range of scientific, environmental, industrial, and medicinal applications. However, there is a growing concern about the lack of environmental health and safety data. This fact sheet is intended for use by site managers and other field personnel who may need to address or use NMs at cleanup sites or in drinking water supplies. |