Is tapwater contaminated by herbicides glyphosate? These unsubstantiated rumors are where they come from.

What exactly is a "glyphosate" herbicide?

Glyphosate (ingredient title "glyphosateisopropylamine sodium") is an herbicide employed to eliminate the spread of pests in agriculture and gardens all over the globe and even in Japan. It is absorbed from the greens of the stem and leaf before moving towards the root and eventually smothers the entire plant. Because it is classified as an "non-selective" herbicide, all plants die after the agent is applied to the leaf surface. Since the patent time period for the ingredients is over numerous pesticide companies offer glyphosate herbicides. All herbicides based on glyphosate are tested and reliable.

Glyphosate's safety is one of its most important characteristics. It is low in toxicity to animals because of the mechanism of inhibition that blocks enzymes from being activated by plants. The sprayed chemical solution becomes food for microorganisms after it is in contact with soil. It then is separated into carbon dioxide and water. This makes it unique as it is free of herbicide substances. Pesticides are widely recognized around the world and helps in reducing greenhouse gases.

Glyphosate is a component of tapwater.

Tap water has no danger

What is the effect of glyphosate on tap water?

Weekly Shincho reported that in April 2020 there would be no standard value of glyphosate remaining in water that is filtered. It would only be the value that is targeted. The value is greater than other pesticides and nations as well as drinking water contamination. A piece I wrote about it stated that it is. There are fears that tap water might contain the highest levels of glyphosate. However, this isn't the case.

First, glyphosate does NOT have a standard or target value.https://lovejapangardeningworld.com/%e4%b8%96%e7%95%8c%e3%81%ae%e8%be%b2%e5%ae%b6%e3%81%ab%e6%94%af%e6%8c%81%e3%81%95%e3%82%8c%e3%82%8b%e3%82%af%e3%82%99%e3%83%aa%e3%83%9b%e3%82%b5%e3%83%bc%e3%83%88%e3%80%82%e7%a6%81%e6%ad%a2%e5%9b%bd/ Tap water has never had a concentration above 0.2ppm (1). According to the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare, Japan has never had any reports of glyphosate being detected within tap water. It's impossible to identify it.

The glyphosate that is sprayed on soil will degrade at a rate of half in only two days. Thus, it is transferred to rivers and tap water with the same concentration, and won't be a source of pollution.

Japanese tap water is secure

The tap water in Japan is safe. It is safe to drink tap water as is. There are 51 standards for inspection and water supplies are under strict quality control. In accordance with the difference in pH in water, it can be classified as "acidic", 'neutral" or "alkaline". However Japan's water quality standard states that tap water must be close to neutral (5.8 or greater and 8.6 or less). If the water supply to your home's pipes are corroded, iron rust may still be a possibility.

How is tapwater produced in the first place? Tap water uses mainly surface water such as dam lakes and river waters for raw water. After eliminating impurities via precipitation and filtration the water is then sterilized by water purification facilities. The tap water produced by the purification plant is piped to every home.

A story about the Japanese pesticide residue standard values

The current standard value of the glyphosate residue in wheat in Japan has been set at 5 ppm. However, it was only 5 ppm at the time of December 2017. In relation to this, there are opinions such as "We loosened the limit to 30ppm by six times, and we rebuked health damage."

Tap water glyphosate

The residual standard value of glyphosate equals the international standard.

But the reality is that we did not loosen the standard, but changed it to reflect the residual standard value that is the international standard. Japan imports wheat in massive amounts from the United States, Canada and South America. The importer, or the overseas producer, controls the use of the glyphosate to a level of 30ppm. However, Japan's standard value of glyphosate is 5ppm. If it exceeds the limit then all imports will be banned. This could cause an increase in the supply of wheat and could also threaten Japanese food. In order to comply with international standards, the value of standardization was updated. Safety isn't an issue with the current standards.

A good understanding of Glyphosate is essential

To prevent consumers from being affected emotionally by discussions about pesticide residues, it is essential to are aware of the relevant information. Experts have conducted research in the field of science. It is important to be content with your diet and avoid getting distracted by the rumors.