How do low levels of chlorides and sulfates typically affect water?

Low levels of chlorides and sulfates in water typically have a minimal effect on taste, and in many cases, they do not make water taste unpleasant. Chlorides, when present in low concentrations, are often associated with a slightly salty flavor, but they are not strong enough to create an unpleasant taste. Similarly, sulfates can sometimes impart a bitter flavor, but this is generally not the case at low concentrations.

Comparatively, the correct perspective is that low levels of chlorides and sulfates generally have negligible impacts on water's overall quality and taste. They do not enhance flavor significantly neither do they alter the water's color or make it taste unpleasant unless present in higher concentrations. Therefore, water with low levels of these compounds tends to stay neutral in taste and can be considered acceptable for most drinking and use purposes.