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CAS 2439-10-3

Dodine

Dodine is a fungicide used mainly on apples, pears, cherries, and some nuts to control plant diseases. It can irritate skin and eyes; in animal studies, high, repeated doses affected the liver. It is also highly toxic to aquatic life [1][2][4].

Where It Comes From

Agricultural spraying in orchards and nurseries; residues on treated fruit; drift or runoff from treated fields [1][2][4].

How You Are Exposed

Eating treated produce; breathing spray drift near applications; skin contact with sprays or recently treated plants; occupational mixing, loading, or application [1][2].

Why It Matters

Can cause skin/eye irritation; repeated high exposures in animals caused liver effects. EPA sets limits on food residues and finds general‑public risks low when labels are followed [1].

Who Is at Risk

Farmworkers and applicators; people near orchards during spraying; children who eat a lot of pome fruit; those with skin conditions or pesticide sensitivities; pets and aquatic life near treated water [1][4].

How to Lower Your Exposure

Wash and rub produce under running water; peel if desired. During local spraying, stay indoors or upwind and follow posted re‑entry times. If you apply it, wear protective gear and prevent runoff to streams [1][3][4].

References

  1. [1]U.S. EPA. Dodine: Human Health Risk Assessment for Registration Review. Office of Pesticide Programs, 2012. EPA-HQ-OPP-2009-0325.
  2. [2]FAO/WHO JMPR. Dodine (evaluation and ADI). Pesticide Residues in Food, 2004.
  3. [3]U.S. EPA. Reducing Pesticide Exposure: Wash Fruits and Vegetables (consumer guidance).
  4. [4]U.S. EPA. Dodine: Draft Ecological Risk Assessment for Registration Review, 2012. EPA-HQ-OPP-2009-0325.

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