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High Levels of Clothianidin found in Humans and Wildlife

July 20th, 2022

Clothianidin (CAS# 210880-92-5) is a neonicotinoid insecticide that was developed to replace some older pesticides such as organophosphates and pyrethroids, which pose harmful consequences on humans and other mammals.

Neonicotinoid compounds act by targeting and blocking the acetylcholine receptors (nACHRs) in the insect central nervous system (CNS) which results in metabolic activity inhibition.

Despite its neurotoxic effects on humans as well as wildlife, specifically honeybees, the US Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) has authorized the use of these pesticides with some restriction. As a result, Clothianidin and other neonicotinoids have been widely used as an insecticide in agriculture and in homes as insect control.

In a recently published study, unexpected high levels of Clothianidin as well as other chemicals have been found in urine samples of 171 pregnant women from 6 different states and US territories. As a neonicotinoid that targets the CNS, Clothianidin may pose serious risks for both the mother and the developing fetus health due to its toxic effects. Therefore, Clothianidin has become a compound of interest in ongoing research to study its effects as well as its risks of exposure.

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