Hydramethylnon
CAS Number: 67485-29-4
Sources of exposure:
Ant and cockroach bait stations, insecticidal bait granules, household pest-control products, and treated outdoor areas
Description:
Hydramethylnon is a synthetic insecticide used primarily in bait formulations to control ants, cockroaches, and other crawling insects. It works by interfering with cellular energy production in target pests. Exposure may occur through handling pest-control products or contact with treated areas, although bait formulations are designed to limit direct contact.
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.
Irritant
May cause skin, eye, or respiratory irritation.
Ecotoxicity
May be toxic to ecosystems and wildlife.
Banned/restricted lists:
- California Proposition 65 - OEHHA - developmental
- male
References
- US Environmental Protection Agency. Cheminformatics Modules, Computational Toxicology and Exposure Informatics (CompTox).