Simazine
CAS Number: 122-34-9
Sources of exposure:
Agricultural herbicides, historical weed-control applications, contaminated groundwater, surface water, agricultural runoff, and potential food residues
Description:
Simazine is a synthetic triazine herbicide used to control broadleaf weeds and grasses in agricultural and nonagricultural settings. It has been used on certain crops and in vegetation management, although its permitted uses vary by jurisdiction. Exposure may occur through agricultural application, contaminated drinking water, or residues associated with treated areas and crops.
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
- female
- EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex II - Prohibited
References
- US Environmental Protection Agency. Cheminformatics Modules, Computational Toxicology and Exposure Informatics (CompTox).
- California Department of Public Health. California Safe Cosmetics Reportable Ingredients List. US National Library of Medicine. PubChem database.