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Herbicides
2,2-Dichloropropionic acid / Dalapon
Dalapon is a chlorinated herbicide used primarily for weed control in agriculture and non-food areas. It is not a food ingredient and is considered a synthetic chemical with potential toxicity concerns when exposed via dermal, inhalation, or oral routes.
Tracked contaminantUpdated Apr 14, 2024
Health score-4.0
-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
Toxicity, potential carcinogenicity, environmental persistence, skin and respiratory irritation, contamination risk if ingested
Benefits
Effective herbicide for weed control in non-food crops and industrial areas