Nanomaterials based non-enzymatic electrochemical and optical sensors for the detection of carbendazim: A review

Carbendazim sensors with high sensitivity and selectivity have become imperative for the welfare of the food industry, agriculture, aquaculture, and forestry. The design and development of sensors with high sensitivity and selectivity require deeper insights into the chemistry of nanomaterials. Driven by these needs, we intend to offer a concise discussion of diverse materials and various analytical techniques employed for carbendazim detection. This review focuses on interpreting the performance of well-recognized techniques integrated with keenly engineered nanomaterials, critical discussions on the drawbacks of the available sensors, and subsequent advances in nano-tailored materials. This review also provides constructive ideas for the requirement of maiden electrochemical and optical sensors, as well as existing challenges and future prospects.