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.
Exposure to 2,4,6-trinitrotoluene occurs through eating, drinking, touching, or inhaling contaminated soil, water, food, or air. Health effects reported in people exposed to 2,4,6-trinitrotoluene include
anemia, abnormal
liver function,
skin irritation, and
cataracts. This substance has been found in at least 20 of the 1,430 National Priorities List
sites identified by the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
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Source: Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry
See Also
- Toxic & Hazardous Substances
- Anemia
- Blood Disorders: Overview
- Cancer
- Cataracts: Overview
- Immune Disorders
- Kidney & Urinary Tract Disorders
- Liver & Gallbladder Disorders
- Men's Health Matters
- Skin Disorders: Overview
- Spleen Disorders
- 2,4,6-Trinitrotoluene: Frequently Asked Questions