A malodorant is a chemical compound whose extreme stench acts as a temporary incapacitant. It attacks the olfactory and/or trigeminal nerves of the person introduced to the chemical.[1][2][3] These compounds are usually composed of at least two ingredients: the malodorant compound and a carrier liquid. Malodorant compositions have a toxicity category rating of III or higher.
Compounds used as malodorants[edit]
- Organosulfur compounds
- Skatole,[4] an odor intensifier[citation needed]
Common responses to malodorant[edit]
- Immediate nausea
- Gagging/vomiting
- Various levels of discomfort
Weapon examples[edit]
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ Hambling, David. "US military malodorant missiles kick up a stink". New Scientist.
- ^ "US weapons research is raising a stink". TheGuardian.com. 9 July 2008.
- ^ "America's Police Will Fight the Next Riot with These Stink Bombs". 29 April 2015.
- ^ "Enzyme discover causes a stink". cen.acs.org. Retrieved 2022-07-18.