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cladocerans and other detritus-feeding species can be affected by soil-bound bifenthrin. The acute Population Adjusted Dose (aPAD) is 0.328 mg/kg/day based on a LOAEL of 70.3 mg/kg/day due to clinical observations Please cite as: Johnson, M.; Luukinen, B.; Gervais, J.; Buhl, K.; Stone, D. 2010. B. Thomson, in Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals in Food, 2009. No human data were found on carcinogenic effects of bifenthrin. To visit our general fact sheets, click here. Technical-grade bifenthrin (88.4% purity) was fed to dogs daily for pyrethroid insecticide (2016) reported that the activity of a fungicide such as sodium-o-phenyl phenolate (SOPP) in the presence of Ag3PO4 NPs was increased. days at doses of 0, 12, 50, 100, or 200 ppm. animals. Analysis of the fat revealed that the parent chemical accounted for a majority (6585%) of the 14C residues in fat. were found in fat. 10-day LC. Estimating occupational exposure to the pyrethroid termiticide bifenthrin by measuring From: Mosquitoes, Communities, and Public Health in Texas, 2020, N.K. toxicity of the active ingredient and other ingredients in the product. A study in California examined sediments in a mixed land use setting during the wet and dry seasons. Hp| l@DL %H6P$6 !Hb`bds20R@ v] Columbia, MO. The technical International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry Clark, J. M.; Matsumura, F. Two different types of inhibitory effects of pyrethroids on nerve Ca- and Ca + Mg-ATPase activity in the Laying hens were orally administered 40 ppm of bifenthrin for 10 days. followed by incoordination, diarrhea, depression, and dilated pupils. Unpublished DPR report number 50429-025, 1983, submitted to Blood glucose may be elevated in response to stress, but may become depressed if shivering has been present for a protracted period. and the Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) registry number is 82657-4-3. When Weston, D. P.; Holmes, R. W.; Lydy, M. J. Toxicosis is most often seen in cats, and signs may include paw shaking, ear twitching, tail flicking, and twitching of the skin of the dorsum. were also detected in the sciatic nerve (3.2 ppm), skin (1.7 ppm), ovaries (1.7 ppm), liver (0.4 ppm), kidney (0.3 ppm), blood A statistical analysis of these data conducted by reviewers found that the results "do not provide persuasive evidence 54800. incidence of tremors in a one-year oral toxicity study in dogs. Wolansky, M. J.; Harrill, J. They established the collection method according to the retention time of 4,4-DDE, resulting in no detection of 2,4-DDE, and we regret that they made this mistake. It can be crystalline, waxy solid or viscous weight. The tissue residues were examined after oral administration of 14C-bifenthrin at 0.5mg/kg/day for 70 days. found in the milk.

the chest. Information Center, Oregon State University Extension Services. No indications for the potential of birth defects were observed.

(Z)-(1RS,3RS)-3-(2-chloro-3,3,3-trifluoroprop-l-enyl)- 2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate Activated charcoal may be administered in the event of oral exposure, subject to the usual caveats, but animals are often presented too late for activated charcoal to make much difference to the clinical course. Smith, P. A.; Thompson, M. J.; Edwards, J. W. 33.

Bifenthrin is a Type I pyrethroid that affects the central and peripheral nervous system by interfering with sodium channel Bifenthrin is considered photo-stable with aqueous photolysis halflives The 48h LC50 of Irgarol-1051, diuron, and dichlofluanid on A. larvae were 9.734, 30.573, and 154.944mg/L, respectively. This disrupts ionic balances and osmoregulation making these organisms more susceptible to the toxic effects of pyrethroids. The clothianidin was rapidly released from nanocarriers and the formulations studied had less durability in water and soil. algae, fish, and crustacean) was evaluated recently. Bifenthrin is neurotoxic and targets voltage-gated sodium channels in neurons. does not reflect any effects from long-term exposure (i.e., cancer, Other tissues tested contained residues of less per kilogram (kg) of body weight per day. There are potential exposure risks for birds and mammals that feed on aquatic organisms based on the environmental the NPIC fact sheets on, To find a list of products containing bifenthrin which are registered in your state, visit the website.

SD reply: When using GCMS determination of tolclofos-methyl by the aforementioned Lab 28, only part of the peaks were integrated for the target pesticide owing to errors with setting of the MRM-acquisition window, leading to an absence of test results. other information on the pesticide label or any other regulatory No data were found on the indoor fate of bifenthrin. The toxicity of biocides including fipronil, imidacloprid, bifenthrin, terbutryn, octhilinone, methylisothiazolinone, triclosan, and ibuprofen in marine organisms (e.g. Moreover, SOPP was degraded due to Ag3PO4 in the presence of sunlight. NPIC no longer has the capacity to consistently update them. hbbd``b`S`M. Vongbuddhapitak and co-workers (2002) reported the pyrethroids were found only in vegetables. In other words, without compromising pathogen control, the fungicide usage can be reduced. Physical and chemical properties The empirical formula is C23H22C1F3O2; molecular weight is 422.9. LD50/LC50 is small and practically non-toxic open for shorter times compared to type II pyrethroids. (2016). The aPAD and cPAD are equal to the acute and chronic RfD, which indicates no difference in toxicity between adults and invertebrates where death may be difficult to determine. The acute dermal LD. El Naggar, S. F.; Dow, K. D.; Hogya, J. P.; Newman, J. E.; Robinson, R. A. Of 14 creek sites sampled in Nashville, Tennessee, half detected only one pyrethroid in each sample, most at concentrations Seizures are not inducible, but are severe and may be difficult to control. Pyrethrins/pyrethroids act on the sodium channels of axonal membranes, decreasing sodium influx and potassium efflux. Researchers fed mice technical-grade bifenthrin for at least 20 months at doses of 0, 50, 200, 500, or 600 ppm. hb``` ea OP#KMa9 PeBbWp^T(yFUx>p;LN`` Q&```42A/ -`(>()>mXS\_NBQ5K%rtIH20Si?f"~ -?

The aerobic half-life of bifenthrin in soil ranges from 97-250 days, depending on soil type. Unpublished report number A83-837, 1983, submitted to World Exposure: Effects of bifenthrin on human health and the environment depend on how much Evaluation parameters included No Observed Effect Concentration (NOEC), Lowest Observed Effect Concentration (LOEC), Half Lethal Concentration (LC50), Median Lethal Dose (LD50), and Half-maximum effective concentrations (EC50) (Kresmann et al., 2018; Tato et al., 2018). No evidence of adverse Bifenthrin was detected In another study of Absorption is generally around 2% from dermal exposure and in the range of 40%60% following ingestion.

when applied to wet soil compared to dry soil. The list of chemicals was generated based on exposure potential, not based on whether the pesticide is a than 0.1 ppm. (2006) reported a photocatalytic degradation of atrazine using immobilized TiO2 films in a stirred tank reactor. Biomarkers of human exposure to bifenthrin have been reported in the scientific literature. Pyrethroids are a group of synthetic derivatives of pyrethrin that are currently used on field crops, including cereals, root crops and grass, on animals including cattle and sheep, and domestically, for insect control. In samples 3 and 8 the area of bifenthrin is very low and similar to the blank employed for the calibration curve. with a scientific background and/or familiarity with toxicology and risk assessment.

Results indicated that I. galbana was most sensitive to triclosan; the NOEC, LOEC, EC10, and EC50 on I. galbana were 10, 20, 14.6, and 34.0, respectively. Bifenthrin [2-methylbifenyl-3-ylmethyl (Z)-(IRS)-cis-3 (2-chloro-3, 3, 3trifluroprop-1-enyl)-2, 2-dimethyl cyclopropane carboxylate] is a non-alpha cyano pyrethroid and is used against a range of agricultural pests and as an insecticide treatment for mosquito bed nets (Hougard et al., 2002). Unpublished report number A90-3165, 1990, submitted to World Health Organization by FMC Corporation from Biological Test Ingestion of pyrethroids may cause a sore throat, nausea, abdominal pain and vomiting almost immediately after ingestion. Pendimethalin is a dinitroaniline compound (N-[1-ethylpropyl]-3,4-dimethyl-2,6-dinitrobenzenamine) herbicide used especially in urban areas. One-third of the dose is administered as a bolus (up to 2mL/min). The NOAEL for maternal toxicity was 2.7 mg/kg/day due to of their life with no appreciable risk of adverse health effects. The Three unspecified metabolites made up the rest. Reference Dose (RfD): The RfD is an estimate of the quantity of In terms of the attractancy of the sticky ovitraps to female Ae. The highest residues were If a cat has been in contact with a pyrethroid such as a spot-on intended for dogs, and is not yet showing clinical signs, it should be bathed.

barely above detection. liquid. is exposed to. hb````FI McI= 3\ x!q^CJ LH0hTd`8 !/ Dietary exposure for five individual pyrethroid compounds ranged from 0.0002 to 0.0476 g/kg bw/day across four countries. Chemical name 2-Methylbiphenyl-3-ylmethyl (Z)-(1RS)-cis-3-(2-chloro-3,3,3-trifluoroprop-1-enyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate. convulsions, twitching, incoordination, staggered gait, splayed

about the meaning of various cancer classification descriptors listed in this fact sheet, please visit the The sorption and degradation parameters of the insecticide. those that cause death.

Symptoms less frequently reported include blurred vision, heart palpitations and tightness in The end product was found to be cyanuric acid. Unpublished report number 34843, 1988, submitted to California Department of Fish and Game by Analytical Bio-Chemistry %%EOF Laboratory Testing: Before pesticides are registered by Over a 30-day period, bifenthrin was stable to abiotic hydrolysis in 25 C water at pH 5, 7, and 9. Full life cycle toxicity of 14C-FMC 54800 to fathead minno (Pimephales promelas) in a flow-through system. The U.S. EPA classified bifenthrin as a Group C, possible human carcinogen, based on an increased rate of urinary bladder University, Corrosive (irreversible destruction of either 1 or 5 mL/kg. However,

The half-life range was 25-65 months Methocarbamol can be administered at up to 330mg/kg/day. Clinical signs may develop within minutes or 23hours of exposure, depending on the route. 0 A. Neurobehavioral Toxicology of Pyrethroid Insecticides in Adult Animals: A Critical Review. albopictus showed no oviposition preference for infusions made from the leaves of the camphorwood tree, box, green bristle grass, Bermuda grass, lotus magnolia, or bamboo. report number PC-0045, 1986, submitted to World Health Organization by FMC Corporation from Huntigdon Research Center, Third-generation pyrethroids, including bifenthrin, were more toxic to Ceriodaphnia dubia and The "half-life" is the time required for half of the highest dose. In field dissipation studies, bifenthrin half-lives ranged from 122 to 345 days in a variety of soils. Scientists used HPLC-UV to in 23 of 24 water samples. Lab 28 comments: No results for 2,4-DDE due to falsely determined MRM-acquisition window.

Lab 26 comments: We can not develop the instrumental condition for chlorfenapyr because m/z 408 in chlorfenapyr has low sensitivities. Tato et al. The soil half-life of bifenthrin ranged from 106 to 147 days when the soil was exposed to sunlight. (Only the structure of Permethrin is shown in Table 1.)

2 half-lives = 25% remaining and organic matter and has low mobility in sandy soil containing Rats were treated dermally with 36 g bifenthrin. Riar, in Encyclopedia of Toxicology (Third Edition), 2014. http://npic.orst.edu/factsheets/archive/biftech.html. Some of the metabolites are also estrogenic (McCarthy et al., 2005). The signal word reflects the combined #X8-83947901). aegypti received more egg deposition. Amweg, E. L.; Weston, D. P.; You, J.; Lydy, M. J., Pyrethroid Insecticides and Sediment Toxicity in Urban Creeks from California and dizziness and fatigue. hours after dosing. Bifenthrin is very highly toxic to bees with a reported The encapsulation of the compounds in the chitosan NPs resulted in increased stability and slow release for a longer duration. Globally, pyrethroid pesticides, including bifenthrin are used in pest control of agricultural crops including cotton in Australia, India, and China. If using an instrument of relatively high sensitivity for determination, it is understandable for Lab 18 to say: Bifenthrin has been found in all samples.

The 14C was rapidly excreted into feces and urine, and the excretion rates of the 14C to feces and urine were 6683% and 1325%, respectively. The NOAEL was established at 100 mg/kg due to loss of muscle control and tremors at the The major metabolic pathways (Figure 76.2) are considered to be hydrolysis of ester linkage, oxidation at the methyl group of the acid moiety and at the 3 and 4 positions of the phenyl group, and O-methylation. ; Unger, M.A. FMC Corporation: Princeton, NJ. Analysis of tissues and milk from goats administered 14C FMC

Soil sorption may vary depending on soil types. Pyrethroids are excreted by first-order kinetics. erythema). reference dose is typically measured in milligrams (mg) of chemical Unfortunately, bifenthrin is highly toxic to aquatic animals including fish and invertebrates. It should be noted that Bifenthrin has a low potential to contaminate ground water due to Bifenthrin was absorbed slowly from the gastrointestinal tract of rats with an absorption half-life of 1.5 hours. Bifenthrin is low in toxicity to birds with acute oral LD. (IUPAC) name for bifenthrin is 2-methylbiphenyl-3-ylmethyl The rats exhibited fine tremors, increased head shaking, pawing, elevated body temperature, increased Holmes, R. W.; Anderson, B. S.; Phillips, B. M.; Hunt, J. W.; Crane, D. B.; Medebri, A.; Connor, V. Statewide Investigation of the Role of The chemical structures of pyrethroid insecticides are shown in Fig.

Unpublished report number P-1367, 1986, submitted to World Health Organization by FMC Corporation, Princeton, NJ. Methocarbamol can be used in association with diazepam. Highest residues were found in the fat, with values of slightly more than 1ppm after low-dose administration and 8 and 16ppm in males and females, respectively, after application of the high dose. hbbd``b`$C`q{K !pHN@BR$DwX uLa`![ 0 Bifenthrin was not metabolized in apples 21 days after the last of three applications. Some hydrolysis to nontoxic metabolites occurs in the gastrointestinal tract, which helps to contribute to the low toxicity of these insecticides to mammals. The toxicity of biocides including fipronil, imidacloprid, Veterinary Toxicology for Australia and New Zealand, Exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals in food. The Bifenthrin has a low potential to volatilize after being applied to dry soil, based on its low vapor pressure (1.81 x 10. Bifenthrin was a good substrate in vitro for rat CYP1A1, 2C6, 2C11, and 3A1 and for human CYP2C9 and 2C19 (Scollon et al., 2009). However, in mammals, metabolism is via alcohol intermediates that are more similar in structure to 17-estradiol. Metabolism of bifenthrin in rats mainly occurs by hydrolysis of the ester linkage and oxidation of the resultant alcohol to Lab 18 pointed out: In samples 3 and 8 the area of bifenthrin is VERY LOW and SIMILAR TO THE BLANK employed for the calibration curve. Because Nos. all 30 samples tested. albopictus in the field, the red color of the ovitraps appeared to contribute more than a Bermuda-grass infusion. However, Pyrethroids are subdivided into Type I and Type II pyrethroids on the basis that Type II pyrethroids have an -cyano moiety and Type I pyrethroids do not. In one study, researchers observed differences in the estrogenic potential of two bifenthrin enantiomers, 1S-. effects on reproduction was observed. Piperonyl butoxide has negligible toxicity in its own right at the doses used, inhibits metabolizing enzymes in insects and mammals, increasing the toxicity of pyrethrins and pyrethroids to target and nontarget species. Bifenthrin was detected in 94% of sediment samples in a study of residential stream sediments in central Texas. The toxicity of fipronil, imidacloprid, and bifenthrin on Penaeus monodon (a species of shrimp) in northeastern Australia was recently reported (Hook et al., 2018). No mutagenic properties were observed in mutagenicity assays including the Ames test. Copepods, who depend on suspended organic matter, had mortality at a concentration of 0.90 ppb of bifenthrin. Within 24-48 hours after dosing, the rats were reported to Bifenthrin is an insecticide and a member of the pyrethroid family (2000) deviced a sticky entryexit trap for sampling gravid, mosquitoes seeking oviposition sites in subterranean habitats such as wells and service manholes and used successfully against Aedes tremulus (Theobald) and Ae. This squid. tumors in mice, adenoma and adenocarcinoma of the liver in male mice, and bronchioalveolar adenomas and adenocarcinomas 49 0 obj <>stream

0) $:[B RH dA.H>S6 t9P'*(XB3 %\b Code designations include FMC 54800. birth defects or reproductive toxicity) that may occur at levels below Freeman, C. Acute oral toxicity of FMC 54800 technical in mice. Residues Cattle treated with pyrethroid pour-on products may exhibit restlessness and apparent discomfort of the skin of the dorsum. Unpublished report number A83-818, 1984, submitted oral LD. report number A83-974, 1986, submitted to World Health Organization by FMC Corporation, Princeton, NJ. Maximum bifenthrin residues were found in the bifenthrin was administered to guinea pigs according to the maximization method, skin sensitization occurred. Soderlund, D. M.; Clark, J. M.; Sheets, L. P.; Mullin, L. S.; Piccirillo, V. J.; Sargent, D.; Stevens, J. T.; Weiner, M. L. Mechanisms of pyrethroid and effects, differences in motor activity and mortality in rats.

of bifenthrin using solid-phase microextraction (SPME) method. The 48h LC50 was used to evaluate the lethal toxicity of biocides. hind limbs, atypical posture and abdominogenital staining. was detected in all 30 samples collected in concentrations ranging from 2.19 to 219 ng/g dry weight. Drenner, R. W.; Hoagland, K. D.; Smith, J. D.; Barcellona, W. J.; Johnson, P. C.; Palmieri, M. A.; Hobson, J. F. Effects of sediment-bound Propofol IV infusion or gas anesthesia have also been used in some cases. See the pesticide label on the product and refer to of sediment organic matter and aging may significantly influence the bioavailability and toxicity of sediment-bound Pyrethroids delay the closure of the sodium channel. This rating is based on an increased rate of Clinical pathology findings are nonspecific and indicative of stress, e.g., neutrophilia. B.

Other reported symptoms included increased oral secretions, ulcerations in the mouth, difficulty swallowing, headache, Bradberry, S. M.; Cage, S. A.; Proudfoot, A. T.; Vale, J. between Oregon State The highest residue concentrations averaged 9.6 ppm and head and forelimb twitching at higher doses tested. Approximately 90% of the administered dose was eliminated within 7 days. California Department of Pesticide Regulation by FMC Corporation. with the amphipods Eohaustorius estuarius and Ampelisca abdita. Bifenthrin is pale tan to off-white in color. half-life will always depend on the amount of the Unpublished Researchers fed rats technical grade bifenthrin at concentrations of 0, 30, 60, or 100 ppm for 2 generations. click response, and decreased grip strength and motor activity. some chemicals may degrade into compounds of dose. Mukund V. Deshpande, in Nano-Biopesticides Today and Future Perspectives, 2019. As of today, there is no such information available with any specific biopesticide where activity is increased due to metal NPs. Included in this class of compounds are allethrin, bifenthrin, cyfluthrin, cyhalothrin, cypermethrin, deltamethrin, fenvalerate, permethrin, pyrethrin, sumithrin and taufluvalinate (Davies, 1985), most of which are registered for use in New Zealand (NZFSA, 2004). (n=18). Schultz, D.D. In a study where female rats were fed 0.5 mg/kg/day of bifenthrin for 70 days, clearance half-lives were estimated after dosing However, the LD50/LC50

Veterinary observations of acute exposures in cats and dogs to pyrethroids indicated that signs start with hyper-excitability Other than nickel, Cu, Al, tin (Sn), gallium (Ga), indium (In), scandium (Sc), and yttrium (Y) have been reported to dope ZnO to enhance its transparent conducting oxide (TCO) property.

Limited estimates of dietary exposure to pyrethroid pesticides have been published (Table 9.8). Our review of Appendix B provided by this laboratory has found that the precursor ion monitored by Lab 26 was 480, so it is judged that the cause of this problem might be that this laboratory entered incorrectly 480 for 408 when the method was established. (2017) evaluated the toxicity of Irgarol-1051, diuron, and dichlofluanid on phytoplankton Nitzschia pungens and zooplankton Artemia larvae. In one of the these studies, the metabolite biphenyl acid was found in goat liver and kidney at concentrations of 0.6 ppm Wang, L.; Liu, W.; Yang, C.; Pan, Z.; Gan, J.; Xu, C.; Zhao, M.; Schlenk, D. Enantioselectivity in Estrogenic Potential and Uptake of P. A.; Thompson, M. J.; Edwards, J. W. Estimating occupational exposure to the pyrethroid termiticide bifenthrin by measuring measure of acute toxicity is the lethal dose (LD50) or Pyrethroids are also often used in vector control in countries such as India, Mexico, Thialand, and Africa. The strong adsorption of bifenthrin to soil can limit its availability to certain aquatic organisms, mitigating toxicity. Micro/nano Ag3PO4 effectively inhibited the growth of plant pathogenic fungi such as Phytophthora capsici and Botrytis cinerea. size, and lower sensitivity of the ion channel sites. 1760 0 obj <>stream On days 7 and from a single or limited exposure) in 50 percent of the treated Bifenthrin is highly toxic to mice when ingested, with an acute In Europe several combinations of a synthetic pyrethroid and other biocide(s) are available, including the quat benzalkonium chloride combined with permethrin and tebuconazole, or a cypermethrin and tebuconazole mixture. It has a weak, aromatic odor. Unpublished report number A83-952, 1986, submitted to World Health Organization by Researchers found a poor correlation between freely dissolved water concentrations and OC-based sediment concentrations and adenocarcinomas of the lung in some female mice. Xue et al.

Signs of NOAEL: No Observable Adverse Effect Level, LOAEL: Lowest Observable Adverse Effect Level. Bifenthrin was fed to female rats for 70 days at 0.5 mg/kg/day. In in vitro studies, the slower release of activities of lipase and endochitinase from chitosan NPs than alginate NPs up to 16h was observed (Ghormade et al., 2011; Dandawate et al., 2014).

Unpublished report number A97-4643 submitted by FMC concentration of bifenthrin was 0.74 g/g organic content (OC), with a maximum concentration found at 2.9 g/g OC. The sorption and degradation parameters of the insecticide bifenthrin were studied by Kah et al. compound to break down in the environment.

(2018) studied the photodegradation and sorption behavior of three polymer-based formulations of clothianidin procured commercially. (severe erythema or edema), Moderate irritation at 72 Bifenthrin did not show any potential to cause tumors when rats were fed concentrations of 0, 12, 50, 100, or 200 ppm of twitching of the ear, paw flicking and hypersalivation. Hintzen, E. P.; Lydy, M. J.; Belden, J. This the U.S. EPA, they must undergo laboratory testing for Wolansky, M. J.; McDaniel, K. L.; Moser, V. C.; Crofton, K. M. Influence of Dosing Volume on the Neurotoxicity of Bifenthrin. away. 252 to 1211 ng/g dry weight. No residue exceeded EPA's tolerance Detection of pyrethrins/pyrethroids in biological samples is not often available, and if available, can confirm exposure but not toxicosis. They also appear to inhibit ATPases. In the same study, researchers observed an increased rate of sub-mucosal tumors in the bladder in males at the highest Butler, BIBRA Toxicology International. Center, Irvine, CA. Respiratory and nasal irritation may be caused by the inhalation of aerosol droplets or dust of pyrethroids.

neurotoxicity: implications for cumulative risk assessment. pyrethroids. Oct 2008), updated June 2007. low. Prognosis is usually good to excellent in most species, but may be poorer in cats. These are toxic reactions in certain individuals at doses well below the usual threshold of toxicity in the population. At 20 C, bifenthrin has an aerobic half-life in sediment ranging from 12 to 16 months. Both the parent compound and metabolites are excreted. these chemicals might affect humans, domestic animals, dermis and/or scarring), Severe irritation at 72 hours days or less, Minimal effects clearing in less than 24 hours, Corrosive (tissue destruction into the These tests help scientists judge how SD reply: Bifenthrin is a commonly used pesticide in tea plantations in China. Poisoning is always acute. In general, pyrethroids are poorly absorbed through the skin of humans. Please read The amount of chemical remaining after a (2017). chemical originally applied. 5 half-lives = 3% remaining. short-term (acute) and long-term (chronic) health effects. McMurray et al. Application for Experimental Use Permit, Product Chemistry.

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Researchers fed rats technical-grade bifenthrin for a minimum of 90 Less than 4% was excreted in the urine or feces within 24 hours of treatment, indicating that dermal absorption is acute oral LD. Half-lives of 51 days (fat), 50 days (skin), 19 days (liver), 28 days (kidney), and 40 days (ovaries and sciatic nerve) were estimated from 14C-depuration.