Tetrasul

Definition of Tetrasul: Tetrasul, also known as diphenylsulphide, is a pesticide which was used against spider mites and aphids. This is the common definition for Tetrasul, other definitions can be discussed in the article

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Tetrasul
Formula
C12H6Cl14S

The use of tetrasul has been banned in Europe since 2003.

Tetrasul has a low water solubility (0.03 mg/l) and is very hydrophobic. It therefore is very likely to adsorb to particles and the sediment and to have a high potential towards bioaccumulation.

Tetrasul becomes toxic for fishes at concentrations above 11 mg/l. As a substance witch bioaccumulates and possibly also biomagnifies there may be risks to marine mammals by secondary poisoning. Mammals which consume more than 3,9 g per kilogram of body weight might be affected. Chronic exposure might cause effects at lower doses.

Environmental standards and legislation

Included in the OSPAR list of substances of priority action

References

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