ISSN:
1749-7345
Source:
Blackwell Publishing Journal Backfiles 1879-2005
Topics:
Agriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Fishery, Domestic Science, Nutrition
Notes:
The presence and effects of di-n-butylphthalate (DBP) in aquatic environments are reviewed. Particular attention is paid to the use of DBP as a solvent in the pesticide formulation, Aquagard®, used to treat salmonids against external parasites at aquaculture sites in Europe. DBP is sparingly soluble in water, is readily metabolized by fish, and has a high lethal threshold for aquatic organisms. It is, however, lipophilic, persistent in aquatic sediments, and is listed as a priority pollutant by the governments of Canada and United States. The dissemination of this compound directly to water raises several concerns which should be addressed by further research and increased monitoring.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1749-7345.1995.tb00203.x
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