The concentration, composition, bioavailability, and NDMA FP of PON and DON in wastewater effluents are compared.
PON is enriched in protein and nucleic acids.
PON is more bioavailable and shows higher NDMA yields compared to DON.
PON contributes12–42% of total bioavailable org-N and 22–38% of total NDMA precursors.
Awareness of possible adverse effects of PON on wastewater discharge and reuse applications is critical.