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Prosulfuron

General Information

• Product Names:
  Peak (Syngenta)
  Exceed (Syngenta) formulated with Primisulfuron-methyl

• Chemical Class: Sulfonylurea
• Uses: Control broad-leafed weeds and annual grasses
• Alternatives: Organic agriculture
• Beyond Pesticides rating: Toxic

Health and Environmental Effects

• Cancer: Not documented
• Endocrine Disruption: Not documented
• Reproductive Effects: Not documented
• Neurotoxicity: Yes (MSDS)
• Kidney/Liver Damage: Yes (MSDS)
• Sensitizer/ Irritant: Not documented
• Birth/Developmental Not documented
• Detected in Groundwater: Not documented
• Potential Leacher: Not documented
• Toxic to Birds: Not documented
• Toxic to Fish/Aquatic Organisms: Not documented
• Toxic to Bees: Not documented

Additional Information

• Supporting information:
  • PAN Pesticides Database: Prosulfuron
  • Fluoride Action Network: Prosulfuron Label