How is Malathion used in the United States?
It is used: in the agricultural production of a wide variety of food and feed crops to control many types of insects such as aphids, leafhoppers, and Japanese beetles; in the USDA’s Cotton Boll Weevil Eradication Program and Fruit Fly (Medfly) Control Program;
Can a person be exposed to malathion if they eat food?
People who apply products containing malathion may be exposed if they do not wear the proper protective equipment. You could also be exposed to residues of malathion if you ate food that had been treated with this pesticide. What are some signs and symptoms from a brief exposure to malathion?
Where can I find the malathion risk assessment?
The malathion draft human health risk assessment is available in the federal docket for public comment at www.regulations.gov in docket EPA-HQ-OPP-2009-0317, under Supporting Documents. After consideration of public comments, we will propose any necessary risk mitigation decisions and associated label changes.
When was malathion registered as an insecticide?
Malathion is an organophosphate (OP) insecticide that has been registered for use in the United States since 1956.
What kind of Pharmacology is Malathion used for?
Malathion – Clinical Pharmacology. Malathion is an organophosphate agent which acts as a pediculicide by inhibiting cholinesterase activity in vivo. Inadvertent transdermal absorption of Malathion has occurred from its agricultural use.
Are there any side effects from using malathion?
Burns and stinging sensations may occur when using Malathion lotion. Apply Malathion lotion on the scalp hair in an amount just sufficient to thoroughly wet hair and scalp. Pay particular attention to the back of the head and neck when applying Malathion lotion.