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CAS 20354-26-1

Methazole

PesticidesDevelopmental_Toxicity

Methazole is a synthetic herbicide used to control weeds in field crops; some uses have been restricted or discontinued in various countries. It matters because workers and nearby communities can be exposed, and it can move into soil and water [1][2].

Where It Comes From

Agricultural weed control products; residues from past use; runoff and drift from treated fields [1][2].

How You Are Exposed

Mixing and applying pesticides; spray drift; contact with contaminated soil or equipment; private wells near farmland; residues on treated crops where still in use [1][2][3].

Why It Matters

Can irritate eyes and skin; swallowing or breathing high amounts can cause nausea and other symptoms; animal studies report effects on liver at high doses; toxic to aquatic life [2][3].

Who Is at Risk

Farmworkers and applicators; families near treated fields; private well users; children and pregnant people due to developing bodies [1][2].

How to Lower Your Exposure

Follow local spray notices; stay upwind/indoors during applications; wash produce; keep kids and pets off recently treated areas; use PPE if handling products; test and maintain private wells near agriculture [1][2][3].

References

  1. [1]U.S. EPA, Office of Pesticide Programs. Pesticide Chemical Search: Methazole (CASRN 20354-26-1).
  2. [2]WHO/FAO IPCS. INCHEM Pesticide Data Sheet: Methazole.
  3. [3]PubChem (NIH/NLM). Methazole compound summary (hazard and safety information).

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