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Guthion

Level 5 — High concernIn Winter's Dictionary

Guthion is a pesticide residue — Organophosphorous pesticide used on apples, pears, cherries, peaches, almonds, cotton

Also: Azinphos-Methyl

What it does

Organophosphorous pesticide used on apples, pears, cherries, peaches, almonds, cotton

Where you'll see it

Previously on apples, pears, cherries, peaches

What the research says

Interferes with nerve and brain function. Exposure to very high levels can cause difficulty breathing, chest tightness, vomiting, cramps, diarrhea, blurred vision, loss of consciousness, and death.

Regulatory status

  • US FDA: BAN
  • Notes: Use canceled by EPA September 2008

Sources

  • A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): guthion interferes with nerve and brain function