Human poisoning with prochloraz imidazole fungicide

“Delaying Rot Emergence in Persian Lime (Citrus×latifolia) Through Antifungal Hybrid Films Containing Litsea glaucescens Essential Oil”

“…However, as with many other agrochemicals, imidazole-type compounds are used as a preventive strategy, and their frequent application is considered a latent threat to public health and the natural environment. [7][8] The potential risks of constant exposure to agrochemicals have been explored and broadcasted. [9] On the other hand, the use of green fungicides based on antagonistic microorganisms is more accepted to preserve fruit quality.…”

“…Synthetic fungicides such as prochloraz are regularly sprayed on fruit to delay fungal proliferation and represent the first choice to reduce rot occurrence during the postharvest period. However, as with many other agrochemicals, imidazole‐type compounds are used as a preventive strategy, and their frequent application is considered a latent threat to public health and the natural environment [7–8] . The potential risks of constant exposure to agrochemicals have been explored and broadcasted [9] .…”