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Agent Name Adamsite
Alternative Name Phenarsazine chloride
CAS Number 578-94-9
Formula C12-H9-As-Cl-N
Major Category Toxic Gases & Vapors
Synonyms DM; Diphenylaminechloroarsine; Diphenylamine chloroarsine;
Category Chemical Weapons
Description Yellow crystals with irritating and nauseating vapors; [CAMEO]
Comments "The majority of exposures occur by inhalation and typically lead to symptoms of ocular, nasal, and respiratory tract irritation. Nonspecific gastrointestinal symptoms (e.g., vomiting or diarrhea) might also occur. The effects of adamsite poisoning take minutes to begin and might last for hours. If a rapid onset of manifestations of one of the following respiratory effects occurs, the clinical description for adamsite poisoning has been met: nose or throat irritation, cough, or dyspnea." [CDC] Direct contact with the material may cause severe burns of the skin and eyes; [CAMEO]
Reference Link CDC | Case Definition: Adamsite Poisoning
Exposure Assessment
Skin Designation (ACGIH) Not evaluated
TIH Yes
Adverse Effects
Dermatotoxin Skin Burns
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