Effects of phosgene on invertebrates

The toxic action of phosgene on a variety of invertebrates is summarized in Table 2.9 [1493]. In every case tested, phosgene is less effective as a pesticide than hydrogen cyanide 

INVERTEBRATE CONDITIONS % Cone FOR lOOW Time/min MORTALITY Temp/ C 

Phosgene has been tested as a rabbit fumigant [768] and was found to be very toxic, not only because of its direct effects, but also because it induces secondary infection. 

However, it is undesirable for field use because of its great toxicity to man and its lack of warning irritant effects. 

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