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DCPA (Dacthal)

Herbicides

DCPA (Dacthal)

DCPA, also known as Dacthal, is a chlorophenyl herbicide used primarily for pre-emergent weed control in agricultural settings. It is not a food ingredient but an agrochemical with potential environmental and human health concerns. Classified by the EPA as a possible human carcinogen, exposure primarily occurs through agricultural residues and environmental contamination.

Tracked contaminantUpdated Apr 9, 2024
Health score-5.0
-5Very bad5

Water guidelines

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Food and supplement guidelines

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Risks

Possible carcinogen, environmental persistence, potential endocrine disruption, soil and water contamination

Benefits

Effective herbicide for weed control in crops, reduces crop losses

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