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Pesticides
Aldicarb Sulfoxide
Aldicarb sulfoxide is a toxic metabolite of aldicarb, a potent carbamate pesticide. It acts as an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor leading to accumulation of acetylcholine and overstimulation of the nervous system. Not approved as a food ingredient; exposure usually occurs via pesticide residues in food or environment. Considered highly toxic to humans and animals.
Tracked contaminantUpdated Apr 25, 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
Neurotoxicity, respiratory distress, seizures, death in acute exposure, environmental toxicity, potential carcinogenicity
Benefits
None