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    Jul 22, 2010, 01:43 AM
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    Is it harmfull for human if phophate added in drinking water to control the corrosion?
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    Jul 22, 2010, 04:11 AM

    Well, anything that is past a certain limit is harmful. Phosphates are needed by the body for the proper formations of bones, teeth, etc, but they are required in fairly low amounts.

    Here's an interesting link:
    Foods high in phosphate

    And another one:
    Phosphorus In Foods Guide
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    Jul 22, 2010, 04:49 AM

    According to the second link I posted, it seems that 2.0 mg/L is safe.
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