Guideline value

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-005056",
  "term": "Guideline value",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The maximum concentration of a substance in a medium like air, water, or food that is not expected to cause adverse health effects throughout a lifetime of exposure. It is derived from toxicological and epidemiological data through a risk assessment process, incorporating safety or uncertainty factors. Guideline values are recommendations, not legally enforceable standards, and are published by bodies such as the World Health Organization.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1231 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/guideline-value/"
}