Organochloride pesticides were once frequently utilized for pest control. These compounds' molecular structure includes carbon, hydrogen, and chlorine atoms. DDT (dichloro-diphenyl-trichloroethane) is one of the most infamous organochloride pesticides, having acquired popularity in the mid-twentieth century for its efficiency against a variety of pests, particularly malaria-carrying mosquitos. DDT and other organochloride insecticides destroy insects' neurological systems, causing paralysis and death. However, the persistence of these compounds in the environment has caused serious environmental and health concerns. Organochlorides are extremely stable and can accumulate in soil, water, and live organisms, causing bioaccumulation and biomagnification throughout the food chain. Regardless of their usefulness, organochlorides' harmful environmental impact has resulted in widespread prohibitions and restrictions on their usage. The Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants, adopted in 2001, identified DDT as one of the "dirty dozen" substances slated for global removal.Many countries have phased out the usage of organochloride insecticides in favor of safer pest management alternatives. Organochlorides have negative consequences for both the environment and human health.Prolonged exposure to these substances has been linked to a variety of health concerns, including reproductive and developmental disorders, as well as certain types of cancer.Because of these concerns, the agricultural sector has turned its focus to more ecologically friendly and sustainable pest control technologies, such as integrated pest management and the development of safer insecticides. Although organochloride insecticides were effective in pest control during their peak, their legacy includes environmental contamination and health hazards. Lessons acquired from the detrimental repercussions of these pesticides have highlighted the significance of using sustainable and eco-friendly pest management methods to safeguard both the environment and humans.
