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DANGEROUS CHEMICALS FOUND ON MILITARY INSTALLATIONS
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Listed alphabetically, additional information is available.
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NAMESEVERESTRONGDANGEROUS
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1-METHYLNAPHTHALENEFatal if inhaled.inflammation of the nose and
lung, metaplasia of the olfactory
epithelium, and hyperplasia of
the respiratory epithelium)		CEL: nasal respiratory 5d/wk (Fischer- 344) epithelial adenomas in males & NAP 6hr/d
in females at higher
vapor concentrations; olfactory
epithelial neuroblastomas in
both sexes at higher		Naphthalene, 1-Methylnapthalene, 2-Methylnapthalene | ToxFAQs™ | ATSDR (cdc.gov)
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(E)-1,3-DICHLORO-1-PROPENEAcutely toxic if swallowed, skin contact, or inhaled.Skin corrosion, serious eye damage.Skin, eye irritant. What are the industrial uses of propene?
Almost two thirds of the propene produced is used to produce polypropylene, a plastic material accounting for 25% of all plastic products today. Other important applications are propylene oxide, acrylic acid, acrylonitrile and cumene. Zimmerman H; Propene. Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry 7th ed.
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1,2,3-TRICHLOROPROPANECarcinogen, toxic for reproduction.Acutely toxic if ingested, inhaled or skin contact.https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/idlh/74986.html
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1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANETesticular cancer, Testicular atrophy, Stomach cancer, Renal (kidney) cancer, Prostate cancer, Nasopharyngeal/Sino­Nasal cancer, Lung cancer, Asthma ­irritantAcute toxicity if ingested. Possible cell mutagenicity.Hormonal changes (levels of ciRemediate Completeulating sex hormones ­ FSH/LH, Inhibin, and/or estrogens, progesterones, and anDebris Removalogens), Altered sex ratio
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1,3,5-TRINITROBENZENEFatal if swallowed, inhaled or skin contact.Single exposure organ toxicity.Mass explosion hazard.https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/benzene/
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1-CHLORO-2-[(2-CHLOROETHYL)SULFANYL]ETHANE - Mustard GasPoison. Carcinogenic.Inhalation Hazard, Possibly mutagenic.Very dangerous to the environment.This class includes are chemical warfare agents, nerve gas, etc.
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2-(1-METHYLPROPYL)-4,6-DINITROPHENOL (DINOSEB)Fatal if swallowed, Inhaled or skin contact.Toxic for reproduction. May damage fertility or unborn child.Serious eye irritation,https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/phenol/
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2,3-o-PHENYLENE PYRENE (PAH)Carcinogenic, Tumorigenic. LungsIncreased risk of skin, respiratory, bladder, stomach, & kidney cancers.Irritation and inflammation of skin and lung tissues.https://www.cdc.gov/biomonitoring/PAHs_FactSheet.html
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2,4,6-TRINITROTOLUENEToxic if swallowed. Toxic in contact with skin. Toxic if inhaled. May cause damage to organs
through prolonged or repeated exposure		If swallowed: Immediately call a poison centerWear protective gloves/protective clothing.https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/toluene/
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4.4-DDTToxic if swallowed or skin contact.Ingestion may cause excitability, tremors & seizures.Excessive Sweating, headache, nausea, vomiting & Dizziness.https://www.cdc.gov/biomonitoring/DDT_FactSheet.html
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ALDRINUterine cancer, Thrombocytopenia, Psychiatric disturbances, Parkinson's disease/Movement disorders, Lymphoma non ­Hodgkin's, Colo­rectal cancer, Cognitive impairment (includes impaired learning, impaired memory, and decreased attention span), Breast cancer, Adult Onset LeukemiasUncontrolled muscle movements. Developmental, endocrine, hepatic, immunological & neurological problemsHeadache, dizziness,, vomiting.https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/idlh/309002.html
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ASBESTOSLUNG CANCER. Pulmonary fibrosis, Pneumoconiosis, Pleural disease (effusions,plaques,thickening), AsbestosisStomach cancer, Renal (kidney) cancer, Immune suppression, Autoimmune antibodies, positive ANAOvarian cancer, Myelodysplastic syndrome, Multiple myeloma, Melanoma, Lymphoma non ­Hodgkin's, Laryngeal cancer, Colo­rectal cancer, Bladder cancer, Adult Onset LeukemiasParticularly bad for Navy Vets, as all ships have considerable amounts of Asbestos. https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/asbestos/
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DIELDRINUterine cancer, Thrombocytopenia, Psychiatric disturbances, Parkinson's disease/Movement disorders, Lymphoma non ­Hodgkin's, Colo­rectal cancer, Cognitive impairment (includes impaired learning, impaired memory, and decreased attention span), Breast cancer, Adult Onset LeukemiasUncontrolled muscle movements. Developmental, endocrine, hepatic, immunological & neurological problemsHeadache, dizziness,, vomiting.https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/idlh/60571.html
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ENDRINFatal if swallowed or skin contact.Suspected carcinogen.Repeated exposure organ damage.https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/idlh/72208.html
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LEAD; LEAD PAINTSeizures, Reduced Fertility Male (infertility and subfertility), Peripheral neuropathy, Hypertension, Gout, Developmental Delay, Decreased I.Q../Mental retardation, Decreased Coordination/ Dysequilibrium, Coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, atherosclerosis, Cognitive impairment (includes impaired learning, impaired memory, and decreased attention span), Chronic renal disease, Behavioral problems, Anemia ­ hemolytic, ADD/ADHD, hyperactivity, Abnormal sperm (morphology, motility, and sperm count)Toxic for reproduction. Reduced Fertility ­ Female (infertility and subfertility), Psychiatric disturbances, Pre­term delivery, Porphyria ­ toxic, Nephrotic syndrome, Low birth weight/Small for Gestational Age, Immune suppression, Hormonal changes (levels of ciRemediate Completeulating sex hormones ­ FSH/LH, Inhibin, and/or estrogens, progesterones, and anderogens), Hearing loss, Glomerulonephritis, Delayed growth, Cardiomyopathy, Arrhythmias, Altered time to sexual maturation (accelerated or delayed puberty)Wilms Tumor, Thyroid disorders ­Hypothyroidism, Stomach cancer, Osteoporosis, Neurasthenia (Organic affective syndrome), Lung cancer, Erectile dysfunction, Congenital malformation Craniofacial, Carcinoid, Brain cancer ­adult, Bladder cancer, Alzheimer's, ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease)https://www.cdc.gov/nceh/lead/prevention/sources/water.htm
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PCBsKnown Carcinogen,Endocrine disrupterMay damage fertility or the unborn child. https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/csem/polychlorinated-biphenyls/adverse_health.html
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PFAS - Class of 12,000+ chemicals. This is generally the effects of any chemical in this class.Testicular cancer, Renal (kidney) cancer, Prostate cancer, Increased Liver enzymes & disease, cholesterol disorders, Pre-eclampsia, Heart Disease, Thyroid disorders, Infertility, Autoimmune Disease, Developmental Fetal problems(including cognitive and developmental delays), Low birth weight, Digestive disorders, Immunodeficiency & Asthma.Acute oral & inhalation toxicity. Harmful if swallowed. Severe eye burns. Repeated exposure organ toxicity.Skin corrosion, irritation.PFAS research is ongoing.
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(TCDD) TOXICITY EQUIVALENTS (TEq) DIOXINAssociated with lung cancer, soft tissue sarcomas, lymphomas, stomach carcinomas. - EPAFatal if swallowed, highly flammable,Skin irritation, dizziness.https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/docs/84-104/
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TCE Possible Liver, Kidney Cancer, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Cardiac defects. Acute hepatocellular injury (Hepatitis). Testicular cancer, Prostate cancer, Pancreatic cancer, Multiple myeloma, Lung cancer, Cervical cancer, Brain cancer. Nervous system damage. TOXIC TO REPRODUCTION. KNOWN HUMAN CARCINOGEN. KNOWN HUMAN MUTAGENIC.Scleroderma, Psychiatric disturbances, Hepatocellular cancer , Fetotoxicity (Miscarriage/spontaneous abortion; stillbirth), Decreased Coordination/ Dysequilibrium, Cirrhosis, Childhood Leukemias, Cardiac congenital malformations, Autoimmune antibodies, positive ANA, ArrhythmiasTrigeminal neuropathy, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Raynaud's phenomenon, Peripheral neuropathy, Pancreatitis, Oral clefts (cleft lip and palate), Neural tube defects/CNS malformations, Nephrotic syndrome, Low birth weight/Small for Gestational Age, Immune suppression, Hodgkin's Disease (lymphoma), Genito­urinary malformations (includes cryptorchidism, hypospadias), Cognitive impairment (includes impaired learning, impaired memory, and decreased attention span), Choanal atresia, Adult Onset Leukemias, ADD/ADHD, hyperactivity, Acute tubular necrosishttp://yosemite.epa.gov/sab/sabproduct.nsf/0/773DC7E8C5C1332D852574F200699A89/$File/IRIS_TOX_REVIEW_TCE_ERD.PDF
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TETRACHLOROETHENE (PERC)Substance is toxic to kidneys, CNS, liver, heart, lungs,Possible organ damage.Skin, eye irritant.
https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/sites/peer_review/tox_profile_tetrachloroethylene_perc.html
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THALLIUMSuspected carcinogen - OSHADifficulty breathing, chest pain.Conjunctivitis, skin lesions, jaundice, diarrhea.https://emergency.cdc.gov/agent/thallium/casedef.asp
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TOLUENE (BTEX compounds)May be fatal if swallowed and enters airway.Suspected of damaging unborn child.Repeated exposure causes organ damage., Highly flammable.https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/interactionprofiles/ip05.html
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TRICHLOROETHYLENE (TCE)Possible Liver, Kidney Cancer, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Cardiac defects. Acute hepatocellular injury (Hepatitis). Testicular cancer, Prostate cancer, Pancreatic cancer, Multiple myeloma, Lung cancer, Cervical cancer, Brain cancerScleroderma, Psychiatric disturbances, Hepatocellular cancer , Fetotoxicity (Miscarriage/spontaneous abortion; stillbirth), Decreased Coordination/ Dysequilibrium, Cirrhosis, Childhood Leukemias, Cardiac congenital malformations, Autoimmune antibodies, positive ANA, ArrhythmiasTrigeminal neuropathy, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Raynaud's phenomenon, Peripheral neuropathy, Pancreatitis, Oral clefts (cleft lip and palate), Neural tube defects/CNS malformations, Nephrotic syndrome, Low birth weight/Small for Gestational Age, Immune suppression, Hodgkin's Disease (lymphoma), Genito­urinary malformations (includes cryptoRemediate Completehidism, hypospadias), Cognitive impairment (includes impaired learning, impaired memory, and decreased attention span), Choanal atresia, Adult Onset Leukemias, ADD/ADHD, hyperactivity, Acute tubular necrosishttps://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/tox-tool/trichloroethylene/01/tce_overview.html
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VINYL CHLORIDEMay cause cancer. May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation.Repeated exposure may damage liver.May cause frostbite. Extremely flammable.
Current Intelligence Bulletin 28: Joint NIOSH/OSHA Vinyl Halides (79-102) | NIOSH | CDC
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