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Pesticides
Oxamyl
Oxamyl is a carbamate pesticide used for controlling nematodes, insects, and mites on crops. It is not a food ingredient and is considered highly toxic. It acts as a cholinesterase inhibitor affecting the nervous system and is classified as hazardous to human health upon exposure.
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, acute poisoning, cholinesterase inhibition, potential carcinogenicity, environmental toxicity, high toxicity to humans and animals
Benefits
Effective pesticide for crop protection