Endosulfan

What is Endosulfan?

CAS#: 000115-29-7

Endosulfan is a pesticide. It is a cream- to brown-colored solid that may appear in the form of crystals or flakes. It has a smell like turpentine, but does not burn. It does not occur naturally in the environment.

Endosulfan is used to control insects on food and non-food crops and also as a wood preservative.

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