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Endosulfan

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Definition: A polychlorinated compound used for controlling a variety of insects. It is practically water-insoluble, but readily adheres to clay particles and persists in soil and water for several years. Its mode of action involves repetitive nerve-discharges positively correlated to increase in temperature. This compound is extremely toxic to most fish. (From Comp Biochem Physiol (C) 1993 Jul;105(3):347-61)  TN 111 for eff on insects   
Pharmacological Action Insecticides 		Other names Thiodan; beta Endosulfan; alpha Endosulfan; beta-Endosulfan; alpha-Endosulfan; Thiotox; Thiodon
 
SubstanceCAS Registry & nameCategoriesSourceDrugs*
endosulfan ether  0   Endosulfan/*analogs & derivatives. J Toxicol Environ Health 1980 Jul;6(4):825-34
endosulfan sulfate  0   Endosulfan/*analogs & derivatives. J Dairy Sci 1967 Dec;50(12):1991-3

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