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PFAS in Garfield tap water

PFAS was measured above the federal limit in Garfield. See the measured values, the EPA source, and what removes PFAS.

Supplier: GARFIELD WATER DEPARTMENTAbove guidelineScore 46/100

PFAS in Garfield tap water

PFAS was measured above the federal limit in Garfield.

Above guideline

Detected at up to 8.4 ng/L (above the 4.0 ng/L federal limit).

Detected at up to 8.4 ng/L (above the 4.0 ng/L federal limit).

Detected at up to 5.8 ng/L (above the 4.0 ng/L federal limit).

Not detected in the 2024 UCMR5 round.

This page focuses on PFAS in Garfield; the full city report covers every measured contaminant.

Treatment capabilities that apply

  • Reverse osmosis
  • Activated carbon (GAC)
  • Anion exchange
✓ Best match for what’s on record

Reverse-osmosis or NSF/ANSI 53 PFAS-reduction system

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Our pick: Waterdrop G3P800 Tankless Reverse Osmosis Water Filter System, 800 GPD

Recommended because PFAS were measured above their federal limits here; RO and certified PFAS filters are the effective removal methods.

Also worth considering

Whole-house activated-carbon system

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Our pick: iSpring WGB32B Commercial-Grade Whole House Water Filter System

Recommended because For whole-home coverage of PFAS and disinfection by-products at every tap.

Countertop reverse-osmosis (renter-friendly)

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Our pick: Waterdrop C2SL Countertop Reverse Osmosis Water Filter, [ Mineral Added ]

Recommended because A no-plumbing PFAS option for renters (also reduces lead).

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Frequently asked questions

Sources

UCMR5 Analytical Results
UCMR5 Analytical Results — GARFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT (NJ0221001)
US EPA · 2026-01-15
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State SDWIS Compliance Record
Lead & Copper Rule 90th-percentile — GARFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT (NJ0221001)
US EPA SDWIS · 2026-07-09
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State SDWIS Compliance Record
EPA SDWIS Violations & Enforcement — GARFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT (NJ0221001)
US EPA SDWIS · 2026-07-09
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