Phosgene Oxime

**Semantic type:** Organic Chemical

**Definition:** A synthetic nettle agent developed in Germany in 1929 as a potential chemical warfare agent that causes corrosive skin and tissue injuries. It is characterized as a colorless crystalline solid or yellowish-brown liquid that is odorless or has a fruity odor. Exposure occurs by inhalation, ingestion, or contact.

**Synonyms:** - PHOSGENE OXIME