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Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
2-Nitropropane
2-Nitropropane is a synthetic organic solvent used industrially in manufacturing and as a fuel additive. It is not intended for food use and is classified as a hazardous chemical by regulatory agencies.
Tracked contaminantUpdated Apr 25, 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, respiratory toxicity, skin irritation, central nervous system effects, suspected human carcinogen
Benefits
None