Definition |
A substance, man-made or natural, which can interfere with the hormone systems of humans and wildlife, with potentially adverse effects, for example, on fertility and neural development. |
Definition Ref. |
Institute for Health and Consumer Protection (IHCP), Joint Research Centre, URL: http://ihcp.jrc.ec.europa.eu... |
Term |
endocrine disrupter
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Reliability |
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Term Ref. |
ECHA General Report 2011, URL: http://echa.europa.eu/docume... |
Context |
The priority areas in 2011 were genotoxicity, in vitro tests (e.g. for skin and eye irritation/corrosion and sensitisation), reproductive toxicity, especially the Extended One-Generation Reproductive Toxicity study, endocrine disrupters, ecotoxicity (aquatic, sediment, soil), and bioaccumulation. |
Context Ref. |
ECHA General Report 2011, URL: http://echa.europa.eu/docume... |