Chronic exposure to a widely used pesticide may delay sexual maturity in boys, according to a new study in India.
Endosulfan is an organochlorine used around the world to protect squash, melons, strawberries, and other produce. A 2001 report by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimated that 1.4 million pounds of the pesticide are used annually on U.S. crops. It’s also the third most commonly used pesticide in India, where concerns about endosulfan have surfaced.