本文总结了以下每种化学品的优缺点，以及与每种化学品相关的研究需求。预处理氧化剂:高锰酸钾、二氧化氯、臭氧、高级氧化工艺；主要消毒剂:二氧化氯和臭氧；二级消毒剂:一氯胺。就本文而言，氧化包括味觉和气味控制、还原铁和锰的氧化、颜色去除、有害水生生物生长的控制以及消毒副产品的控制。

This paper summarizes the advantages and disadvantages of each of the following chemicals, along with a summary of research needs associated with each chemical. Pretreatment oxidants: potassium permanganate, chlorine dioxide, ozone, advanced oxidation processes; primary disinfectants: chlorine dioxide and ozone; secondary disinfectants: monochloramine. For purposes of this paper, oxidation includes taste and odor control, oxidation of reduced iron and manganese, color removal, control of nuisance aquatic growths, and control of disinfection byproducts.