Fenitrothion: an up-to-date review of the environmental occurrence, exposure, toxicity, and molecular mechanisms

Key Points

• Toxic effects of fenitrothion were observed across various ecosystems, indicating significant environmental risk.
• Levels of fenitrothion exposure in soil and water samples have raised concerns among environmental scientists.
• Analysis of molecular mechanisms revealed pathways that contribute to toxicity in aquatic species and soil organisms.
• Understanding fenitrothion's environmental occurrence can inform guidelines to mitigate its impact on ecosystems.