METHOD FOR THE DETECTION OF CHEMICAL WARFARE AGENTS

摘要

Methods and kits for detecting, decomposing and monitoring decomposition of organophosphorus compounds or toxic industrial chemicals in non-aqueous media at ambient conditions are described. Insecticides, pesticides, and chemical warfare agents can be quickly detected and decomposed to non-toxic products and decomposition can be monitored. The method comprises combining the organophosphorus compound or toxic industrial chemical with a non-aqueous solution, preferably an alcohol, comprising metal ions and at least a trace amount of alkoxide ions, in the presence of an indicator compound.