Paraquat

Synonyms

4,4'-Bipyridinium, 1,1'-dimethyl-

Gramoxone

Methyl Viologen

Paragreen A

Viologen, Methyl

A poisonous dipyridilium compound used as contact herbicide. Contact with concentrated solutions causes irritation of the skin, cracking and shedding of the nails, and delayed healing of cuts and wounds.