... creatures. As quoted from the Extension Toxicology Network "Tributyltin compounds are moderately toxic via both ingestion and dermal absorption" and it has an affect on organs "In mammals, high levels of TBTO can affect the endocrine glands, upsetting the hormone levels in the pituitary, gonad, and thyroid glands. Large doses ... of TBT cause damage to the reproductive and central nervous systems, bone structure, and the liver bile duct of mammals. TBT compounds can also damage the immune system." In sea life specifically, the Extension Toxicology Network states "Tributyltin compounds a...

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