UV-C Light Maximum Permissible Levels

254nm versus 222nm (Law, Science, and Risks)

7/6/2026

The Far-UVC Disconnect: Are We Ignoring Biological Reality?

UV-C light is an incredible tool for creating resilient, aseptic environments. But the recent commercial rush to deploy Far-UVC (222nm) in occupied spaces has created a dangerous gap between marketing claims and actual optical physics.

Why do global regulations differ so wildly? And why is relying on the relaxed US limits a massive risk for vulnerable populations?

👇 Read the full breakdown below.👇

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