Molinate

Agricultural use in rice paddies; U.S. registrations were canceled, but residues may remain in soil and water, and it has been used elsewhere [1][2].

Breathing spray or drift during/after application, skin contact while working with it, and drinking contaminated surface or well water in farming regions [1][2].

Short-term exposure can irritate skin/eyes and cause headache or nausea; repeated exposure has caused testicular effects and reduced sperm in animal studies. It can also affect liver and thyroid in studies [1][2].

Farm workers who mix, load, or apply it; people living near treated rice fields; private well users in rice-growing areas; men trying to conceive; pregnant people and children may be more sensitive to toxic effects [1][2].

Follow farm safety rules and wear protective gear; respect re-entry intervals. If you live in a rice-growing area, use treated community water, test private wells for pesticides, and avoid surface water after applications [1][2].