Pure Form - Colorless to amber oily liquid. Odor - Aromatic. Use - Pesticide. Avoid sources of heat including fire. Will emit toxic chloride fumes or phosgene when heated to decomposition or on contact with acid.
Caution is advised.
Dichlorvos is a cholinesterase inhibitor. Mental confusion and psychosis may occur. Excessive salivation, nausea, vomiting, anorexia, diarrhea, and abdominal pain may also occur. The heart rate may decrease following oral exposure or increase following dermal exposure. Chest pain may be noted.