Where It Comes From
Agricultural and garden fungicide products; residues on crops following approved uses [1][2].
How You Are Exposed
Handling or mixing products; breathing spray mist or drift; skin contact with treated plants or wet surfaces; eating food with residues [1][2].
Why It Matters
Short-term exposure can cause eye and skin irritation; products carry environmental warnings to protect water bodies. Major agencies have not identified strong cancer evidence for triforine, but data are limited [1][2].
Who Is at Risk
Applicators and farmworkers; residents near treated areas; children (more hand-to-mouth contact); people with skin/eye sensitivities [1].
How to Lower Your Exposure
Follow label directions and re-entry intervals; use gloves and eye protection when applying; keep kids and pets away until sprays dry; prevent runoff to drains and streams; wash fruits and vegetables under running water before eating [1][3].
References
- [1]U.S. EPA. Pesticide Chemical Search: Triforine (CASRN 26644-46-2).
- [2]WHO/FAO JMPR. Triforine: Evaluations of pesticide residues and toxicology.
- [3]CDC. Food safety guidance on washing fresh produce.