12 Harmless Things That Have Been Used for Nefarious Purposes
![12 Harmless Things That Have Been Used for Nefarious Purposes](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/9/7/9/901979_320x180.jpg)
Ah, the things that ordinary people can do with everyday items! From making crystal meth out of Sudafed to creating homemade bombs with remote-controlled toys, it’s amazing how everyday items can be used to make lethal stuff.
With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of know-how, you too can become a master of the illicit arts. From making explosives out of household cleaners to constructing weapons out of toothbrushes, the possibilities are endless. But beware, these activities can be dangerous and even deadly if not performed correctly.
Don’t be alarmed - this list isn’t about how to make dangerous substances. Instead, it’s about the ordinary things that can be used to make lethal stuff. From saltpeter to acetone, hydrogen peroxide to potassium chlorate, this list will provide you with a glimpse into the dark side of everyday items. So, if you’re looking for an insight into the world of DIY drug-making, homemade explosives, and lethal weapons, then this list is for you. Enjoy.
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DIY.
![PEANUTS can be used to make dynamite. Their oil can be turned into glycerol, which is then used to make nitro-glycerine, which is an important part of dynamite. CRACKED](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/9/8/7/901987.jpg)
Explosive potential, indeed.
![KITTY LITTER made from zeolite can be used to absorb liquid nuclear waste, making it a potential hazard if the wrong type of litter is used. CRACKED](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/9/8/9/901989.jpg)
Sudafed: Not just for colds.
![Medicines like SUDAFED are often used to make crystal meth, a very addictive drug that's sold illegally. the THE Sudafed U M - - 0.1% I New NINASPRELLAND ( I I - - S NO - 10 ml - CRACKED](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/9/8/8/901988.jpg)
Deadly rat vitamin.
![Cholecalciferol, also known as VITAMIN D3 can be found in rodenticides (rat poison), and can be deadly if you eat too much of it. CHOLECALCIFEROL CRACKED](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/9/9/2/901992.jpg)
Pressure cooker bombs: terrorist approved.
![Close Open PRESSURE COOKERS can be used to make really dangerous bombs. Terrorist groups have used them in different countries, and even put out instructions on making them (e.g. Make a Bomb in the Kitchen of Your Mom, by an Al-Qaeda affiliate in 2010). Porridge Chili Less Normal More Poultry + Steam Slow Pressure Keep Cook Yogurt Level Warm Sauté Delay Pressure Cancel Start Cook CRACKED](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/9/8/2/901982.jpg)
Inmates: armed and dangerous.
![I People in prisons all over the world make their own knives out of ordinary things like TOOTHBRUSHES CRACKED](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/9/8/5/901985.jpg)
Remote-controlled toys: not just for fun.
![People sometimes modify REMOTE- CONTROLLED TOYS and use them as triggers to set off improvised explosive devices (IEDs). CONTROLLER CRACKED](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/9/9/1/901991.jpg)
Home remedies, eh?
![HYDROGENE PEROXYDE something you might have in your bathroom cabinet for bleaching your hair, whitening your teeth, or dyeing your hair, can also be used to make bombs. CRACKED](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/9/8/4/901984.jpg)
Illegal drug-making: not recommended.
![CRACKED Safrole and SASSAFRAS OIL are used to make the illegal drug MDMA, a Schedule I controlled substance (that you 100% should not try to make at home).](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/9/9/0/901990.jpg)
Explosive potential of ammonium nitrate.
![AMMONIUM NITRATE a fertilizer, is a common chemical that can be used to make explosives, like ammonium nitrate fuel oil, which is used in mining. CRACKED](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/9/8/3/901983.jpg)
Household cleaner, party drug.
![CRACKED ACETONE which is found in lots of everyday items (like nail polish remover) is also used to make the illegal drug ecstasy.](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/9/8/1/901981.jpg)
DIY gun.
![In 2022, a guy in Japan made a gun out of metal and wood pipes, ELECTRICAL TAPE, gunpowder, and an electrical wire. Then he used it to kill the former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. CRACKED](https://s3.crackedcdn.com/phpimages/imageset/9/8/6/901986.jpg)
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