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Semi-Volatile Compounds
2,6-Dinitrotoluene
2,6-Dinitrotoluene is a synthetic chemical compound used primarily in the manufacture of polyurethane foams and explosives. It is not intended for human consumption and is considered a hazardous environmental contaminant.
Tracked contaminantUpdated Apr 16, 2024
Health score-5.0
-5Very bad5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Carcinogenicity, hepatotoxicity, nephrotoxicity, neurotoxicity, genotoxicity, potential reproductive toxicity
Benefits
None