Captan

CAS Number: 133-06-2

SERIOUS
health hazard

MODERATE
health hazard

FEW OR NO
health hazards

0 79
80 89
90 100
63

Sources of exposure:

Food
Pesticides

Agricultural fungicides, treated fruits and vegetables, seed treatments, orchard applications, and potential food residues

Description:

Captan is a synthetic fungicide used to control fungal diseases on agricultural crops, particularly fruits and vegetables. It acts through multiple biochemical pathways in susceptible fungi and is also used in some seed-treatment applications. Exposure may occur during pesticide application, through contact with treated crops, or through residues on food.

Health concerns:

Cancer

Known or suspected to increase cancer risk in humans.

Genotoxicity

May cause mutations or damage DNA in cells.

Immunotoxicity & Allergens

May impact immune system function or cause allergic reactions.

Irritant

May cause skin, eye, or respiratory irritation.

Ecotoxicity

May be toxic to ecosystems and wildlife.

Banned/restricted lists:

  • California Proposition 65 - OEHHA - cancer
  • EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex II - Prohibited
  • Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist - Prohibited

References

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

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