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Classification of Pesticides.
Classification Pesticides Function
insecticide from the 1950s to
1970. Class 1a Used as pesticide for corn, Dieldrin (Extremely hazardous) cotton, and citrus crops and used formothproofing clothes and carpets.
Is an organophosphate. Used as an insecticide to Class 1b Eldrin control household pests, in (Highly hazardous) public health, and to protect stored products from insects.
Is an organochlorine. In the United States, Class II Chlordane chlordane was used for the (Moderately hazardous) treatment of termites at home until it was banned in 1988.
Is a man-made organophosphate. Used to control mosquitoes and a variety of insects that Class III attack fruits, vegetables, Malathion (Slightly hazardous) landscaping plants, and shrubs. Pesticide products used indoors and on pets to control ticks and insects.
Class IV (Unlikely to present Is a carbamate pesticide. actual hazard in normal Kill insects in a similar fashion used) as organophosphate Carbetamide insecticides. They are widely used in homes, gardens and agriculture.
