Bifenthrin

CAS Number: 82657-04-3

SERIOUS
health hazard

MODERATE
health hazard

FEW OR NO
health hazards

0 79

80 89

90 100

Sources of exposure:

Food

Pesticides

Agricultural insecticides, residential perimeter treatments, lawn and garden products, termite-control formulations, treated surfaces, and potential food residues

Description:

Bifenthrin is a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide used to control a wide range of insect pests in agricultural and residential settings. It affects insect nervous system function by altering voltage-gated sodium channels. Exposure may occur during application, through contact with treated surfaces or soil, or through residues on food crops.

Health concerns:

Cancer

Known or suspected to increase cancer risk in humans.

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:

EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex II - Prohibited

References

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

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