Methyl isocyanate is an intermediate chemical in the production of carbamate pesticides ( such as carbaryl , carbofuran , methomyl , and aldicarb ) . It has also been used in the production of rubbers and adhesives . As a highly toxic and irritating material , it is hazardous to human health , and was involved in the Bhopal disaster — which killed nearly 8,000 people initially and approximately 17,000 people in total . When inhaled the vapor produces a direct inflammatory effect on the respiratory tract
Bhopal disaster
Bhopal disaster
Acute inhalation injury