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Chemical weapons


chemical weapons - collectively or individually toxic chemicals, munitions, and devices specifically designed for lethal effects or causing other harm due to the toxic properties of toxic chemicals released as a result of using these munitions and devices, as well as equipment specifically intended for use directly in connection with the use of such munitions and devices;

Source: Federal Law No. 76-FZ dated May 2, 1997 (as amended on November 21, 2011) "On the Elimination of Chemical Weapons"

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