Note
Author(s) affiliated with: Hazardous Products Section, Environmental Health Directorate, Health and Welfare Canada.
"January 1993".
Summary
"The extract (oleoresin) of the species Capsicum (peppers) has been formulated into a non-lethal weapon. Concern that its use could unintentionally induce toxicological effects, other than its enfeebling effect, prompted the Canadian Police Research Centre to seek a review. The literature research for toxicological effects was focused on acute exposure of the subject, that is, effects that can result following a short-term exposure to the skin, eye or respiratory system. Data has also been drawn from occupational and other settings where appropriate."