A malodorant is a chemical compound whose extreme stench acts as a temporary incapacitant. It attacks the olfactory and/or trigeminal nerves of the person introduced to the chemical. These compounds are usually composed of at least two ingredients: the malodorant compound and a carrier liquid. Malodorant compositions have a toxicity category rating

Toxicity category rating

Section 156.62 of Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations establishes four Toxicity Categories for acute hazards of pesticide products, Category I being the highest toxicity category. Most human hazard, precautionary statements, and human personal protective equipment statements are based upon...

of III or higher.

Common responses to malodorant

• Immediate nausea
• Gagging/vomiting
• Various levels of discomfort