TNT stands for Tri Nitro Toluene. Tri Nitro Toluene (TNT) is a chemical compound with the formula C₆H₂ (NO₂)₃CH₃. It is a highly stable explosive material and one of the most widely used explosives, particularly in military and mining applications. TNT is known for its relative insensitivity compared to other explosives, making it safer to handle. It is often used as a reference point for comparing the power of other explosives, measured by the “TNT equivalent”.