Spirodiclofen
CAS Number: 148477-71-8
Sources of exposure:
Agricultural acaricides, treated fruit crops, orchards, vineyards, agricultural spray drift, and potential food residue
Description:
Spirodiclofen is a synthetic acaricide used to control mites on agricultural crops, particularly fruit trees and other perennial crops. It interferes with lipid biosynthesis in susceptible pests. Exposure may occur during agricultural application, through contact with treated plants, or through residues on food where its use remains permitted.
Health concerns:
Cancer
Known or suspected to increase cancer risk in humans.
Reproductive Toxicity
May alter hormone function and harm reproduction.
Organ System Toxicity
May cause organ damage and disease.
Immunotoxicity & Allergens
May impact immune system function or cause allergic reactions.
Ecotoxicity
May be toxic to ecosystems and wildlife.
Banned/restricted lists:
- California Proposition 65 - OEHHA - cancer
- EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex II - Prohibited
References
- US Environmental Protection Agency. Cheminformatics Modules, Computational Toxicology and Exposure Informatics (CompTox).
- US National Library of Medicine. PubChem database.