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2, 4, 6-Trinitrotoluene (TNT)

Toxic Substance

    What is 2, 4, 6-Trinitrotoluene (TNT)?

    CAS#: 000118-96-7

    2,4,6-Trinitrotoluene is a yellow, odorless solid that does not occur naturally in the environment. It is commonly known as TNT and is an explosive used in military shells, bombs, and grenades, in industrial uses, and in underwater blasting.

    2,4,6-Trinitrotoluene production in the United States occurs solely at military arsenals.

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    This page was updated on 09/22/2008