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Pesticides
Carbofuran
Carbofuran is a highly toxic carbamate pesticide used in agriculture. It is not a food ingredient and poses significant health risks due to its toxicity and potential for causing acute poisoning in humans and animals. Carbofuran exposure can occur through contaminated food or environment, raising serious safety concerns.
Tracked contaminantUpdated Apr 6, 2024
Health score-5.0
-5Very bad5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Highly toxic, acute poisoning, neurotoxic effects, carcinogenic potential, environmental contamination, harmful to wildlife and humans
Benefits
None