CS gas is an aerosol of a volatile solvent (a substance that dissolves other active substances and that easily evaporates) and 2-chlorobenzalmalononitrile, which is a solid compound at room …

CS gas (2-chlorobenzylidene malononitrile) is one of the most commonly used tear gases in the world. Law enforcement agencies have found this agent invaluable when faced with combative …

Sep 6, 2024 · Riot control agents (also called "tear gas") are chemical compounds that cause irritation to the eyes, mouth, throat, lungs, and skin. Signs and symptoms depend on how …

CS gas (2-chlorobenzylidene malonitrile) is widely used in an incapacitant spray that causes intense lacrimation, blepharospasm and burning sensations in the throat and nose. Questions …

Nov 16, 2022 · 2-chlorobenzylidene malononitrole or ‘CS’: The substance causes irritation in humans and is used by UK police forces as a temporary incapacitant spray to subdue persons …

May 28, 2020 · Despite the name, tear gas isn’t a gas. It’s a pressurized powder that creates a mist when deployed. The most commonly used form of tear gas is 2-chlorobenzalmalononitrile …

CS was used during attempts to flush the Viet Cong from their tunnels in the Vietnam War. CS gas has been used in spray form by many police forces as a temporary incapacitant and to …

Tear gas works by irritating mucous membranes in the eyes, nose, mouth and lungs. It causes crying, coughing, difficulty breathing, pain in the eyes, and temporary blindness. With CS gas, …

Feb 19, 2000 · CS gas (2-chlorobenzylidene malononitrile) is one of the most commonly used tear gases in the world. Law enforcement agencies have found this agent invaluable when faced …

Nov 29, 2018 · The first category, TRPA1-activating agents, includes the chemical called 2-chlorobenzalmalonitrile or CS gas.