Chloropicrin was discovered in 1848 by Scottish chemist John Stenhouse. He prepared it by the reaction of sodium hypochlorite with picric acid: Because of the precursor used, Stenhouse …

Chloropicrin (PS) is used in agriculture as a soil fumigant. It has also been used as a chemical warfare agent (military designation, PS) and a riot control agent.

CHLOROPICRIN is a powerful irritant affecting all body surfaces, more toxic then chlorine. It can be shocked into detonation. When heated to decomposition, it emits highly toxic fumes of …

Chloropicrin is a synthetic C-nitro, one- carbon, and organochlorine compound that is a strong lachrymator. Chloropicrin has been used as a chemical warfare agent, fumigant, and pesticide.

Chloropicrin exposure causes skin irritation, chemical burns, and vomiting, and it inflicts severe damage upon the respiratory lining. The long-term results of choking agent exposure include …

• Chloropicrin is used in non-agriculture settings as a warning agent with sulfuryl fluoride for structural fumigations to alert people by smell and keep people out of the area.

Chloropicrin (Cl3CNO2), toxic organic compound used alone or in combination with methyl bromide as a soil fumigant and fungicide. Chloropicrin has a boiling point of 112 °C (234 °F). …

Mar 3, 2015 · Chloropicrin, or trichloronitromethane, is a dense, pale yellow liquid that decomposes when heated to ≥112 ºC. Its property as a lachrymator prompted Germany to use …

Chloropicrin also known as nitrochloroform (Cl3 CNO 2) is an oily liquid with a pungent odor. It was discovered in 1848 in Scotland by reacting picric acid and sodium hypochlorite (Das & …

Strong oxidizers [Note: The material may explode when heated under confinement.] NIOSH/OSHA. Important additional information about respirator selection.