3,5-Dinitrotoluene

Banned Substance

CAS Number: 618-85-9

About 3,5-Dinitrotoluene

3,5-Dinitrotoluene — another DNT isomer sharing the class carcinogenicity and cosmetic prohibition.

Detailed Analysis

3,5-Dinitrotoluene (3,5-DNT, CAS 618-85-9) is a minor isomer within the dinitrotoluene family used as a chemical intermediate (TDI production) and explosive precursor. It shares the class toxicology — genotoxicity and hepatotoxicity in rodent studies — and is covered by the dinitrotoluenes group EU CLP classification as a Category 1B carcinogen, Category 1B germ-cell mutagen, and Category 2 reproductive toxicant. EU Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 Annex II prohibits dinitrotoluenes from cosmetic products. Industrial chemistry only; no cosmetic rationale.

Skin Benefits

  • ✓ No legitimate cosmetic use

Known Concerns

  • ⚠ DNT group CLP Cat 1B carc / 1B mutagen / 2 reprotoxicant
  • ⚠ Genotoxic in animal studies
  • ⚠ EU Annex II cosmetic ban
  • ⚠ Industrial intermediate
  • ⚠ Not a consumer material

References

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