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Aldicarb Sulfoxide

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

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Food and supplement guidelines

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Risks

Neurotoxicity, respiratory distress, seizures, death in acute exposure, environmental toxicity, potential carcinogenicity

Benefits

None

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