Some Bti formulations show significant dose-dependent estrogenic activity in vitro.
Estrogenicity was found in high concentrations of Vectobac TP and solid formulations.
There was no clear effect on the steroidogenesis in human H295R cells.
Bti treated surface water as well as ground water showed no estrogenic activity.
Our data supports previous studies on the safe use of Bti even in sensitive habitats.