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Toxicity of vesicant agents scheduled for destruction by the Chemical Stockpile Disposal Program.
Environmental health perspectives - 1 Nov 1992
Watson A P, Griffin G D
Abstract excerpt
The vesicant agents of the unitary chemical munitions stockpile include various formulations of sulfur mustard [bis-(2-chloroethyl) sulfide; agents H, HD, and HT] and small quantities of the organic arsenical Lewisite [dichloro(2-chlorovinyl) arsine; agent L]. These agents can be dispersed in liquid, aerosol, or vapor form and are capable of producing severe chemical burns upon direct contact with tissue. Moist...
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