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Aldicarb

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Summary

Chemical name
Aldicarb
EPA PC code
098301
CAS number
116-06-3
CA DPR chem code
575
Chemical class
N-Methyl Carbamate
Molecular weight
190.26
Use type
Insecticide, Nematicide
EPA Registered
No
PAN Bad Actor
PAN created the term PAN Bad Actor for pesticides that are carcinogenic, reproductive or developmental toxicants, cholinesterase inhibitors, groundwater contaminants and/or have high acute toxicity. Read more
Yes
Highly Hazardous Pesticide
PAN International maintains a list of Highly Hazardous Pesticides (HHPs) that are classified by recognized authorities as highly hazardous to human health and/or the environment. Read more
Yes
Drift Prone (VP)
Moderate

Toxicity of Aldicarb

Acute Toxicity
Acute toxicity refers to the immediate effects (0-7 days) of exposure to a pesticide. Highly acutely toxic pesticides can be lethal at very low doses. Read more
Highly
Endocrine Disruptor
Insufficiently Studied
Cholinesterase Inhibitor
Yes
CA Groundwater Contaminant
Potential
Carcinogen
Unclassifiable
Bee Toxicant
EPA maintains a list of pesticides considered highly toxic to bees, and these pesticides are also included in the PAN HHP List. Read more
Yes
Reproductive and Developmental Toxicant
Some pesticides cause reproductive and developmental harm, which can include birth defects, infertility, sterility and impairment of normal growth and development. Read more
Insufficiently Studied

Other Names for Aldicarb

00575 (CA DPR Chem Code Text )
098301 [US EPA PC Code, Text ]
116-06-3 (CAS number)
116063
116063 (CAS number without hyphens)
167 (PDP Code)
2-Methyl-2-(methylthio)propanol O-[(methylamino)carbonyl]oxime
2-Methyl-2-(methylthio)propionaldehyde O-(methylcarbamoyl)oxime

Toxicity of Aldicarb

Acute Toxicity
Acute toxicity refers to the immediate effects (0-7 days) of exposure to a pesticide. Highly acutely toxic pesticides can be lethal at very low doses. Read more
Highly
Reproductive and Developmental Toxicant
Some pesticides cause reproductive and developmental harm, which can include birth defects, infertility, sterility and impairment of normal growth and development. Read more
Insufficiently Studied
Cholinesterase Inhibitor
Some pesticides inhibit the enzyme cholinesterase, which is essential for transmission of nerve impulses. Read more
Yes
Endocrine Disruption
Many pesticides can interfere with proper functioning of estrogen, androgen and thyroid hormones in humans and animals. Read more
Insufficiently Studied
Carcinogen
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Unclassifiable

Reproductive & Developmental Toxicity

California Prop 65 Developmental Toxicant
Not Listed
CA Prop 65 Male Reproductive Toxicant
Not Listed
U.S. TRI Developmental Toxicant
Not Listed
U.S. TRI Reproductive Toxicant
Not Listed
CA Prop 65 Female Reproductive Toxicant
Not Listed

Cancer Information

CA Prop 65 Known Carcinogens
Not Listed
TRI Carcinogen
Not Listed
IARC Carcinogens
Unclassifiable
Global Harmonized System
Not Listed
U.S. NTP Carcinogens
Not Listed
Mutagenic
Not Listed

Endocrine Disruption

EU ED Rating
Insufficiently Studied

Aldicarb POISONING: SIGNS & SYMPTOMS

Summary signs & symptoms for chemical:
Summary signs & symptoms group:
Not Listed
Treatment:
Not Listed

Symptoms of Exposure from the International Chemical Safety Card:

Route of Exposure Symptoms First Aid
Inhalation Dizziness. Sweating. Laboured breathing. Unconsciousness. Vomiting. Pupillary constriction muscle cramp excessive salivation. Fresh air rest. Half-upright position. Refer for medical attention. See Notes.
Skin MAY BE ABSORBED! (Further see Inhalation). Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention. (See Notes).
Eyes No Data First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible) then take to a doctor.
Ingestion Abdominal cramps. Diarrhoea. Nausea. (Further see Inhalation). Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Rest. Refer for medical attention. See Notes.
Notes for ICSC Information
Temperature of decomposition unknown in literature. Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. Do NOT take working clothes home. Temik and UC21149 are trade names.

Environmental Toxicity

For in-depth information on Ecotoxicity by Chemical, Species, and Effect, we encourage users to visit EPA's ECOTOX site which is updated regularly. We provide detailed, step-by-step search guidance on our Ecotoxicity Resources page, so users can more easily access and use EPA's site.

Water Contamination Potential

CA Groundwater Contaminant
Potential
Aerobic Soil Half-life (Avg, Days)
2.0
Adsorption Coefficient (Koc)
239.0
Anaerobic Soil Half-life (Avg, Days)
2.0
Hydrolysis Half-life (Avg, Days)
28.0
Water solubility (mg/L)
5,870

U.S. National Drinking Water Standards

Lifetime Exposure Health Advisory Level (mg/L)
7.0
Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (mg/L)
3.0
Reference Dose (g/kg/day)
1.0
One Day Exposure Health Advisory Level (mg/L)
10.0
U.S. Drinking Water Equivalent Level (mg/L)
35.0
Ten Day Exposure Health Advisory Level (mg/L)
10.0
Concentration With Lifetime Cancer Risk (mg/L At 10-4)
Not Listed

PRODUCTS CONTAINING Aldicarb (27 Results)

Aglogic 15gg
AgLogic 15GG-OG
Bolster 15g smartbox
Meymik 15g
Meymik technical
Temik 10% granular aldicarb pesticide for agric. use
Temik 10g aldicarb pesticide
Temik 15g aldicarb pesticide for use on citrus only
Temik brand 10g aldicarb pesticide
Temik brand 15g aldicarb pesticide
Temik brand 15g aldicarb pesticide for sale and use in california only
Temik brand 15g nw aldicarb pesticide for use on potatoes
Temik tsx granular pesticide
Temik(r) aldicarb pesticide 15% granular
UNION CARBIDE TEMIK 10% GRANULAR ALDICARB PESTICIDE
Union carbide temik 10% granular aldicarb pesticide
Union carbide temik 10% granular aldicarb pesticide for agricultural u
UNION CARBIDE TEMIK 15% GRANULAR ALDICARB PESTICIDE
UNION CARBIDE TEMIK 15% GRANULAR ALDICARB PESTICIDE
UNION CARBIDE TEMIK 15% GRANULAR ALDICARB PESTICIDE
UNION CARBIDE TEMIK 15% GRANULAR ALDICARB PESTICIDE
UNION CARBIDE TEMIK 15% GRANULAR ALDICARB PESTICIDE
UNION CARBIDE TEMIK 15% GRANULAR ALDICARB PESTICIDE
UNION CARBIDE TEMIK 15% GRANULAR ALDICARB PESTICIDE
UNION CARBIDE TEMIK 15% GRANULAR ALDICARB PESTICIDE
UNION CARBIDE TEMIK 15% GRANULAR ALDICARB PESTICIDE
Union carbide temik 15% granular aldicarb pesticide
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Usage Map

US Pesticide Usage Map for Aldicarb

Pesticide Usage Data

This map shows estimated agricultural usage of Aldicarb across the United States.

View USGS Data

Data source: U.S. Geological Survey National Water-Quality Assessment Project

PRIMARY USE IN CALIFORNIA

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Related Chemicals
PAN groups chemicals in our pesticide database based on their relationship to a parent compound. Read More

Chemical Name CAS Number Chem Use Type U.S. EPA Reg PAN Bad Actor
PAN created the term PAN Bad Actor for pesticides that are carcinogenic, reproductive or developmental toxicants, cholinesterase inhibitors, groundwater contaminants and/or have high acute toxicity. Read more
Total aldicarb parent and breakdown products Not Listed Not Listed
Aldicarb sulfoxide 1646-87-3 Breakdown product Not Listed Yes
Aldoxycarb 1646-88-4 Breakdown product Not Listed Yes

International regulatory status

UNEP Persistent Organic Pollutant (POP)
A “POP” pesticide has been targeted for global phaseout under the Stockholm Convention for Persistent Organic Pollutants. Read more
Not Listed
UNEP Prior Informed Consent Chemical (PIC)
Yes
PAN International Ban List
PAN maintains a list of pesticides banned around the world, and the data are now available in an interactive map. Read more
Yes
EU Registered
No

Us regulatory status

U.S. EPA Registered
No
U.S. EPA Minimum Risk Pesticide (25b list)
No
U.S. EPA Hazardous Air Pollutant
Not Listed

California regulatory status

CA Registered
No
CA Toxic Air Contaminant
In Evaluation
CA Groundwater Contaminant
Potential

Allowable residue levels

Codex Alimentarius(UN FAO Maximum Residue Levels
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European Union Maximum Residue level
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