Tear Agent - CNC

The symbol CNC identifies a 30% solution of CN in chloroform. It was developed to deliver CN in liquid form. CNC causes a flow of tears, irritates the respiratory system, and causes stinging of skin. 

CNC is a liquid Smells heavily of chloroform C8H7C10 CHClj 154.59 119.4 

This is the temperature at which CN crystals separate and is not a true change of state. It is that temperature at which the solution becomes saturated with CN. If the solution cools below this point, solid matter appears and gives the appearance of solidifying. 

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