What is RDX?
CAS#: 000121-82-4
RDX stands for Royal Demolition eXplosive. It is also known
as cyclonite or hexogen. The chemical name for RDX is 1,3,5-trinitro-1,3,5-triazine.
It is a white powder and is very explosive.
RDX is used as an explosive and is also used in combination
with other ingredients in explosives. Its odor and taste are
unknown. It is a synthetic product that does not occur naturally
in the environment. It creates fumes when it is burned with
other substances.
Related Resources for RDX
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CERCLA Priority List of Hazardous Substance
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frequency, toxicity, and potential for human exposure at
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Public Health Statement
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