Paraquat may be in the form of salt with chloride or other anions; quantities of the substance are sometimes expressed by cation mass alone (paraquat cation, paraquat ion).

Sep 6, 2024 · Paraquat is a toxic chemical that is commonly used as an herbicide (plant killer), usually for weed and grass control. In the United States, paraquat is usually available as a …

Nov 13, 2025 · Paraquat dichloride, commonly referred to as “paraquat,” is one of the most widely used herbicides in the United States. Paraquat is also often referred to as Gramoxone (a …

Paraquat is used on a wide variety of crops, including grains, vegetables, peanuts, and animal feed crops. It is used as a plant growth regulator for sucker control on orchard crops, hops, …

Mar 12, 2024 · Paraquat dichloride, or paraquat, is a highly toxic (poisonous) liquid herbicide (plant or weed killer). Commercial farmers may use paraquat to kill weeds or dry out certain …

Feb 23, 2024 · Find out what you need to know about paraquat poisoning, and discover the causes, symptoms, risks, and treatments, and how it may affect health.

Jul 28, 2025 · Paraquat poisoning occurs when an individual is exposed to the highly toxic chemical paraquat, an herbicide. This substance can cause severe health complications and is …

What is Paraquat or Paraquat Dichloride? Paraquat is one of the most widely used herbicides in the US for the control of weeds in many agricultural and non-agricultural settings and is also …

Breathing in paraquat may cause lung damage and can lead to a disease called paraquat lung. Paraquat causes damage to the body when it touches the lining of the mouth, stomach, or …

May 8, 2024 · Paraquat is a highly toxic herbicide commonly used to control weeds and unwanted vegetation in various agricultural, horticultural, and industrial settings. It is a contact herbicide …