Limacide

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-006588",
  "term": "Limacide",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A chemical substance, also known as a molluscicide, specifically formulated to kill slugs and snails. These pesticides are used in agriculture and horticulture to protect crops from damage by gastropod molluscs. Common active ingredients include metaldehyde, which disrupts mucus production, and iron phosphate, which acts as a stomach poison and is considered a less toxic alternative for non-target organisms.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1251 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/limacide/"
}