What is endo sulfan?

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Endosulfan is a non-systemic insecticide with acaricdal properties that has been in used extensively in several agriculturally important countries such as USA, China, India, Brazil, Argentina, Australia, Mexico, Israel, Nigeria, Sudan etc. Together, these countries account for more than 50% of world's area under agriculture. Endosulfan is either restricted or phased out in few countries including European Union, Vietnam, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Canada, Benin, South Africa and recently in New Zealand , It is made by Bayer crop science, Makhteshim-Agan, Excel Crop Care, Coromandel Fertilisers ,a and a Government of India Owned Hindustan Insecticides Limited and sold under the brand names of Thiodan, Endocel, Hildan, Parrysulfan, Thionex, Phaser and Benzoepin.

As per WHO classification It is classified as Moderately hazardous pesticide. It is Highly safer pesticide for pollinators like Honey bees and other parasites and predators. It is highly toxic to fish and other aquatic organisms. It is recommended and used for control of insects pests and mites on fruits, vegetables, coffee, tea, spices, flowers, forage crops and non food crops such as cotton & tobacco. In addition to its agricultural use, Endosulfan has recently been allowed in USA as a veterinary insecticide for use as ear tag in both lactating and beef cattle for control of insect parasites. Endosulfan is under review by Stockholm Convention and Rotterdam Conventions.

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