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Fensulfothion

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Fensulfothion
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Fensulfothion is an organophosphorus compound with the formula CH2S(O)C6H4OP(S)(OC2H5)2. It is an insecticide and nematicide that acts by inhibiting the enzyme acetylcholinesterase. Chemically, it is classified as a thiophosphate.[2] It is widely used on corn, onions, rutabagas, pineapple, bananas, sugar cane, sugar beets, pea nuts, etc.

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It is highly toxic and listed as an extremely hazardous substance.[3]

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