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Simazine
Simazine is a synthetic triazine herbicide used primarily to control broadleaf and grassy weeds in crops and non-crop areas. It is not a food ingredient and is considered a material (chemical pesticide). It is known for environmental persistence and potential toxicological concerns.
Tracked contaminantUpdated Feb 6, 2026
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
Environmental toxicity, potential endocrine disruption, possible carcinogenicity, water contamination, soil persistence, toxicity to aquatic life
Benefits
Effective herbicide for weed control in agriculture and non-crop areas