Propargite

CAS Number: 2312-35-8

SERIOUS
health hazard

MODERATE
health hazard

FEW OR NO
health hazards

0 79

80 89

90 100

Sources of exposure:

Food

Pesticides

Agricultural acaricides, treated fruit and nut crops, agricultural spray drift, and potential food residues

Description:

Propargite is a synthetic acaricide used to control mites on agricultural crops, including certain fruits, nuts, and other crops. It is applied to plant surfaces to manage mite infestations. Exposure may occur during application, through contact with treated vegetation, or through residues on food where its use is permitted.

Health concerns:

Cancer

Known or suspected to increase cancer risk in humans.

Developmental Toxicity

May impact fetal development and birth outcomes.

Irritant

May cause skin, eye, or respiratory irritation.

Ecotoxicity

May be toxic to ecosystems and wildlife.

Banned/restricted lists:

California Proposition 65 - OEHHA - cancer
California Proposition 65 - OEHHA - developmental
EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex II - Prohibited

References

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

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