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Health Hazards Associated with Exposure to Endosulfan: A Mini-Review
Agnieszka Berdowska1, Katarzyna Bandurska1
1Department of Dietetics and Food Studies, Faculty of Science and Technology, Jan Dlugosz University, 42-200 Czestochowa, Poland.
Toxics
|June 25, 2025
Summary
Endosulfan, a persistent organochlorine pesticide, poses ongoing environmental and health risks due to its toxicity and bioaccumulation. Despite bans, its residues remain a threat, necessitating awareness and safer agricultural alternatives.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Toxicology
- Public Health
Background:
- Endosulfan, an organochlorine pesticide, gained popularity for its efficacy and low cost.
- Its persistence and bioaccumulation led to widespread environmental contamination.
- Despite global bans, illegal use and legacy residues persist.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the toxicological profile of endosulfan.
- To examine regulatory frameworks and historical usage.
- To highlight agricultural alternatives and ongoing risks.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of scientific studies on endosulfan.
- Analysis of toxicological data (neurotoxicity, endocrine disruption, etc.).
- Examination of regulatory actions and global distribution.
Main Results:
- Endosulfan exhibits significant neurotoxic, endocrine-disrupting, and reproductive effects.
- Potential carcinogenicity and acute poisoning risks are documented.
- Residues are found globally in soil, water, and food, indicating chronic exposure risks.
Conclusions:
- Endosulfan poses significant, long-term health and environmental risks.
- Continued monitoring and enforcement are crucial.
- Promoting safer alternatives is essential for public health and environmental protection.
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