Methyl Bromide and Health Infographic

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Southern California Center for Children’s Environmental Health Translational Research (SC-CEHRT)

University of Southern California

Methyl bromide (MeBr) is a developmental, neurologic, and respiratory toxicant that has historically been used as a pesticide, herbicide, and fungicide in the shipping and storing of goods. MeBr was set to phase out of use by 2005, but the Clean Air Act allows for certain exemptions. This infographic provides information about methyl bromide, its health impacts, and why children are especially vulnerable.