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Is 2,4-Dinitrotoluene vegan?

2,4-Dinitrotoluene

Vegan

2,4-Dinitrotoluene is a synthetic nitroaromatic compound used mainly as a chemical intermediate in the production of toluene diisocyanate and dyes; it is classified as possibly carcinogenic to humans (IARC Group 2B).

Also known as 25321-14-6, Dinitrotoluene, technical grade
INCI name 2,4-Dinitrotoluene
CAS number 121-14-2
EC number 204-450-0 / 246-836-1
CosIng ID 29153
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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