Where It Comes From
Agricultural use on fruits/vegetables and ornamental turf (e.g., golf courses); many U.S. food uses were canceled and tolerances revoked, though residues may occur on imported foods [1][3].
How You Are Exposed
Eating residues on treated produce; breathing pesticide drift near applications or turf; skin contact with treated plants or soil; occupational handling and mixing [1][2].
Why It Matters
Endocrine-disrupting effects (antiandrogenic); potential impacts on fertility and male development; highest concern during pregnancy and early life; short-term exposure may irritate eyes/skin [1][2].
Who Is at Risk
Pesticide applicators and farmworkers; pregnant people, infants, and children; people living or working near treated fields or golf courses [1][2].
How to Lower Your Exposure
Wash/peel produce; obey posted re-entry times and keep kids/pets off recently treated turf; improve ventilation if nearby spraying; if you use pesticides, wear PPE and follow labels; ask for integrated pest management alternatives [1][2][3].
References
- [1]U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Office of Pesticide Programs. Vinclozolin: Reregistration/Human Health Risk Assessment.
- [2]WHO/FAO Joint Meeting on Pesticide Residues (JMPR). Vinclozolin toxicological and residue evaluations.
- [3]U.S. EPA. Vinclozolin; Tolerance Revocations; Final Rule. Federal Register, 72 FR 39004 (July 17, 2007).