Insecticide
Definition
Insecticide is a chemical that kills bugs. Insecticide poisoning occurs when someone swallows or breathes in this substance.
See also: Paradichlorobenzene
Poisonous Ingredient
Most household bug sprays contain chemicals called pyrethrins. These chemicals are generally not harmful, but can cause life-threatening breathing problems if breathed in.
Industrial insecticides, often found in household garages and greenhouses, contain many dangerous substances, including:
- Carbamates
- Organophosphates
- Paradichlorobenzenes (mothballs)
Where Found
Various insecticides (bug killers)
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