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2. Diazinon - Wikipedia

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   Diazinon is a contact insecticide which kills insects by altering normal neurotransmission within the nervous system of the insect. As mentioned above, diazinon inhibits the enzyme acetylcholinesterase (AChE), which hydrolyzes the neurotransmitter acetylcholine (ACh) in cholinergic synapses and neuromuscular junctions .

3. Toxic ‘forever chemicals’ found in pesticides used on food ...

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   Toxic chemicals called PFAS are in pesticides sprayed on food and included in pet flea treatments and home bug repellants, a new study found. Toxic ‘forever chemicals’ found in pesticides used ...

4. Amitraz - Wikipedia

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   Amitraz (development code BTS27419) is a non-systemic acaricide and insecticide [1] and has also been described as a scabicide. It was first synthesized by the Boots Co. in England in 1969. [2] Amitraz has been found to have an insect repellent effect, works as an insecticide and also as a pesticide synergist. [3]

5. List of insecticides - Wikipedia

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   The pesticide manual provides much information on pesticides. [6] [7] Many of the insecticides in the list are not in use. The developer of a pesticide applies for a common name when they intend to sell it, but some nevertheless do not reach the market. Many insecticides have been banned or otherwise withdrawn from the market over the decades.

6. Rare emergency order issued to stop use of weed killer that ...

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   The Department of Pesticide Regulation has been working with the EPA on its evaluation of Dacthal, as well as with growers about possible alternatives in anticipation of the EPA's decision.

7. Pesticides in the United States - Wikipedia

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   The Pesticide Data Program, [23] a program started by the United States Department of Agriculture is the largest tester of pesticide residues on food sold in the United States. It began in 1991 and tests food for the presence of various pesticides and if they exceed EPA tolerance levels for samples collected close to the point of consumption.