Diazinon
CAS Number: 333-41-5
Sources of exposure:
Agricultural insecticides; older household pest products; treated soil and plants; contaminated food or water
Description:
Diazinon is an organophosphate insecticide that affects the nervous system by inhibiting acetylcholinesterase. All residential uses were canceled in the United States, although certain agricultural uses remain subject to restrictions and risk-mitigation requirements. Diazinon is not approved for use in plant-protection products in the European Union. Exposure may still occur in agricultural settings and in areas where it was previously applied.
Health concerns:
Cancer
Known or suspected to increase cancer risk in humans.
Endocrine Disruption
May alter hormone function and contribute to chronic diseases and disorders.
Reproductive Toxicity
May alter hormone function and harm reproduction.
Developmental Toxicity
May impact fetal development and birth outcomes.
Genotoxicity
May cause mutations or damage DNA in cells.
Neurotoxicity
May impact brain function or development.
Immunotoxicity & Allergens
May impact immune system function or cause allergic reactions.
Respiratory Toxicity & Asthmagens
May damage the lungs or trigger asthma.
Irritant
May cause skin, eye, or respiratory irritation.
Ecotoxicity
May be toxic to ecosystems and wildlife.
Banned/restricted lists:
- PAN International Highly Hazardous Pesticides (HHP) List
References
- California Department of Public Health. California Safe Cosmetics Reportable Ingredients List. US National Library of Medicine. PubChem database.