Agent Name |
Pao Ferro |
Major Category |
Biological Agents |
Synonyms |
Machaerium scleroxylum, Tul.; Iron wood tree of Brazil; Morado; Santos palisander; Caviuna vermelha |
Category |
Wood Dusts & Extracts |
Sources/Uses |
The tree is native to Brazil. The wood resembles Brazilian rosewood, and it is used to make recorders, knife handles, and furniture veneers. [Kanerva, p. 777] |
Comments |
The allergen is (R)-3,4-dimethoxydalbergion, a strong skin sensitizer. [Kanerva, p. 777] |
Exposure Assessment |
Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
Adverse Effects |
Skin Sensitizer |
Yes |
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