Fenthion

**Semantic type:** Hazardous or Poisonous Substance|Organic Chemical

**Definition:** A synthetic organophosphate acetylcholinesterase inhibitor that is used as a pesticide. It is characterized as a volatile and persistent colorless or yellow to tan oily liquid with a slight garlic odor, and exposure occurs by inhalation, ingestion, or contact.

**Synonyms:** - FENTHION - FENTHION