Maneb

Synonyms: Manganese ethylene-bis-dithiocarbamate

CAS Number: 12427-38-2

SERIOUS
health hazard

MODERATE
health hazard

FEW OR NO
health hazards

0 79

80 89

90 100

Sources of exposure:

Food

Pesticide; occupational exposure

Description:

Maneb is a manganese-containing dithiocarbamate fungicide formerly used to control fungal diseases on fruits, vegetables, and field crops. Historical exposure occurred during pesticide manufacture or application and through residues in agricultural environments. Maneb pesticide registrations were canceled in the United States in 2010, and it is not approved for use in plant-protection products in the European Union.

Health concerns:

Cancer

Known or suspected to increase cancer risk in humans.

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:

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."

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