Amitraz

CAS Number: 33089-61-1

SERIOUS
health hazard

MODERATE
health hazard

FEW OR NO
health hazards

0 79

80 89

90 100

Sources of exposure:

Pesticides

Veterinary tick and mite treatments, livestock pest-control products, pet treatments in some jurisdictions, and agricultural acaricides

Description:

Amitraz is a synthetic acaricide and insecticide used to control ticks, mites, and certain other pests. It has been used in veterinary products and agricultural pest-control formulations. Exposure may occur through handling treated animals, applying pest-control products, or contact with treated environments.

Health concerns:

Cancer

Known or suspected to increase cancer risk in humans.

Developmental Toxicity

May impact fetal development and birth outcomes.

Organ System Toxicity

May cause organ damage and disease.

Immunotoxicity & Allergens

May impact immune system function or cause allergic reactions.

Ecotoxicity

May be toxic to ecosystems and wildlife.

Banned/restricted lists:

California Proposition 65 - OEHHA - developmental

References

US Environmental Protection Agency. Cheminformatics Modules, Computational Toxicology and Exposure Informatics (CompTox).

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