Amitrole

Synonyms: Aminotriazole

CAS Number: 61-82-5

SERIOUS
health hazard

MODERATE
health hazard

FEW OR NO
health hazards

0 79

80 89

90 100

Sources of exposure:

Pesticides

Herbicide applications, treated vegetation, soil and water

Description:

Amitrole, also known as aminotriazole, is a nonselective herbicide used to control grasses, broadleaf weeds, and woody vegetation. It has been used primarily in non-crop areas, including roadsides, industrial sites, and drainage areas. Potential exposure is associated with herbicide application and environmental residues.

Health concerns:

Cancer

Known or suspected to increase cancer risk in humans.

Reproductive Toxicity

May alter hormone function and harm reproduction.

Developmental Toxicity

May impact fetal development and birth outcomes.

Organ System Toxicity

May cause organ damage and disease.

Ecotoxicity

May be toxic to ecosystems and wildlife.

Banned/restricted lists:

EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex II - Prohibited
California Proposition 65 - OEHHA - cancer

References

US Environmental Protection Agency. Cheminformatics Modules, Computational Toxicology and Exposure Informatics (CompTox).
US National Library of Medicine. PubChem database.

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