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Pyrethrins and pyrethroids, manufg. Residues - Identification, toxicity, use, water pollution potential, ecological toxicity and regulatory information

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Chemical Identification and Use for Pyrethrins and pyrethroids, manufg. Residues

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Signs and Symptoms of Pyrethrins and pyrethroids, manufg. Residues Poisoning

Pyrethrins and pyrethroids, manufg. Residues is a Pyrethroid compound.

Symptoms of Poisoning with Pyrethroid Compounds

- Irritation of skin and eyes.
- Irritability to sound or touch, abnormal facial sensation, sensation of prickling, tingling or creeping on skin, numbness.
- Headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, excessive salivation, fatigue.
- In severe cases: fluid in the lungs and muscle twitching may develop. Seizures may occur and are more common with more toxic cyano-pyrethroids.

Toxicity Information for Pyrethrins and pyrethroids, manufg. Residues

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Water Pollution Potential and Criteria for Pyrethrins and pyrethroids, manufg. Residues

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Regulatory Information for Pyrethrins and pyrethroids, manufg. Residues

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Ecotoxicity for Pyrethrins and pyrethroids, manufg. Residues

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Aquatic Ecotoxicity

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Terrestrial Ecotoxicity

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