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Tebuconazole

Pesticides

Tebuconazole

Tebuconazole is a systemic triazole fungicide primarily used in agriculture to protect crops by inhibiting fungal ergosterol biosynthesis. It is not intended for direct human consumption but residues may occur in food products. The compound is under regulatory scrutiny for potential health and environmental effects including endocrine disruption and toxicity.

Tracked contaminantUpdated Apr 25, 2024
Health score-4.0
-5Very bad5

Water guidelines

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Health guideline
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Food and supplement guidelines

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Health guideline
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Risks

Possible endocrine disruption, hepatotoxicity, reproductive toxicity, potential carcinogenicity, environmental persistence, bioaccumulation

Benefits

Effective fungicide for crop protection, reduces crop losses from fungal diseases

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